20 September 2024, New York. – Last week, an inspiring exhibition on SDG Localization and Digital Solutions to Global Challenges concluded at the UN Headquarters in New York. The event was a collaborative effort between GloCha – United Citizens Organization for Action for Climate Empowerment, UN-Habitat, UNEP, and the International Youth Conference (IYC). This exhibition brought together innovative ideas and practical solutions to tackle global challenges, led by youth and supported by cutting-edge technology.
Key highlights included:
- YoungGamechangers Initiative by UN-Habitat: Empowering the next generation to lead through meaningful engagement.
- Citizen Science: Demonstrating the power of everyday individuals contributing to solving global issues.
- Challenges Mapping and Digital Solutions by GloCha: Utilizing technology to address local needs aligned with the SDGs.
- Youth-led localization of SDGs: Success stories from Ecuador, Colombia, and Ghana.
- UNOneMap by UNEP: A visual tool engaging communities in mapping and addressing global challenges.
Miroslav Polzer of IAAI GloCha highlighted the significance of youth participation in geospatial mapping and SDG localization, emphasizing how their digital solutions could inspire global action. Yipan Yang from UN-Habitat underscored the importance of youth in shaping a sustainable future, with examples from youth-driven projects in Latin America and Africa. Syed M. Ali Mustafa of IYC reflected on the role of the International Youth Conference in engaging young voices with the UN system.
As the conversation continues at the Celebrating the Future with Youth Conference, this exhibition has shown how collaboration, innovation, and youth leadership are driving impactful change.
Stay tuned for more insights from this journey!
