UNICEF x Youth

Working for young people means working with them.

A nineteen-year-old climate activist in Argentina stands outside, arms in air, shouting into a bullhorn.
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Young people have long stood at the forefront of calls for peace, justice and equity. They have an internationally recognized right to be heard on matters that affect them.

That’s why UNICEF engages more young people on global issues than any child rights organization on the planet.

With on-the-ground teams in over 190 countries, and online platforms that mobilize millions, we poll, survey and consult with young people on the decisions that matter most. Here's how.

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We tackle the issues that young people ask us to.

Climate Action

Mental Health

Gender Equality

Children's Rights

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