The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum took place from 16 to 18 April 2024 at the United Nations headquarters in New York.
The Forum provided a global platform for dialogue among Member States and young leaders from around the world on solutions to challenges affecting youth wellbeing. It also served as a unique space for young people to share their vision and actions as well as provide an opportunity to advance youth solutions to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs.
On April 16, 2024, the Trusteeship Council Chamber hosted the ECOSOC Youth Forum, featuring the launch of a unique video series showcasing Hello Kitty as the special ambassador for Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11). This initiative highlights the crucial role of urban youth in advancing sustainable development and showcases their efforts in transforming informal settlements.
Join us online as we promote a meaningful youth inclusion in urban matters!
Eligibility Criteria
All ages up to 24;
If you are less than 18 years old, please provide the contact details of a guardian.
Submission Process
Please use this link to sign-up for the challenge;
Familiarize yourself with the health benefits of public space and Minecraft;
The challenge starts from April 1st;
Submissions will be accepted from May 15th until May 31st.
Submission Requirement
Your submission must include:
A compressed Minecraft world file (max 500mb);
A short description of how your idea is making public spaces healthier and more enjoyable for you(th) (max 400 words/all languages).
Project Criteria
Our judges are seeking for ideas that are: innovative, transformative, inclusive;
The submission that excels in all criteria will win the grand prize.
Judging Process
First round: 10-15 submissions will be selected;
Second round: The selected submissions will pitch their projects to the judges.
Prizes
The main prize is $5,000 towards implementation of the winning solution.
Terms and Conditions
By participating in the challenge you grant UN-Habitat that the images and/or filmed footage can be used on UN-Habitats & UN-Habitats Youth social media accounts, brand merchandise, website, and can be shared with press media outlets. From time to time, materials may also be used by its partners.
Still have questions left? Contact us via unhabitat-urbanhealth@un.org.