At the UN, youth stress efforts to promote development, as on Friday, August 10th, some 200 plus young people from around the world began celebrations for International Youth Day. This year's theme is "Be seen, be heard: youth participation for development."
Other events where held around the world to honor and encourage the young people, who are our next generation of leaders. ‘International Youth Day is celebrated every year on 12 August, providing an opportunity to recognize the world's 1.2 billion young people, to celebrate their achievements and to push for their participation in all areas of society and development.’