UNRC Remarks on International Youth Day

On International Youth Day 2024, we celebrate the power of youth and digital innovation. The theme for International Youth Day 2024 (12 August) is “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development.” It highlights the key connection between digitalization and accelerating the progress of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the crucial contributions of young people in this transformative process. "The youth's understanding of technology is essential, as we navigate towards a “future-proof” world. This is an opportunity for innovation, for creativity, and transformative solutions, where the youth plays a major role." - said UN Philippines Chief Gustavo Gonzalez