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"On International Youth Day 2014, let us build the capacity of young people with mental health problems to reach their full potential, and let us show that mental health matters for all of us."

-- Message by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in 2014

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On 17 December 1999, the United Nations General Assembly endorsed the recommendation of the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth and proclaimed 12 August as International Youth Day.

The theme of International Youth Day 2023 is "Green Skills for a Sustainable World".

Organizational form

Work hand in hand

International Youth Day provides an excellent opportunity to enlist the support of all and the participation of key actors. Governments, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, businesses and young people will work together to reflect on past achievements and make the World Programme of Action for Youth more effective.

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Various forums, public discussions and advocacy activities in support of youth will be held during the event, focusing on youth issues and their responses.

A big celebration

To plan and organise various performances to promote and celebrate the contribution of youth to society. Organize a variety of exchange and dialogue activities to showcase the diversity and wide range of interests and aspirations of young people.

Take action

The real significance of the observance of International Youth Day is to take practical action to further empower young people to participate in decision-making processes. The role of the media is particularly important in supporting celebrations and raising public awareness of youth issues.