10 WAYS YOUTH CAN MAKE AN IMPACT.
By Giovanna Lucignano, Social Media intern, Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy, UNDP. “We are addressing youth today, because youth have placed themselves on the top of the agenda.”– B anKi-Moon Youth activism and engagement can bring about important social changes that are sometimes left behind. You don’t have to wait to be an adult to be an active member of your community. Your opinion matters and it should be heard. Here’s a list of ideas of how you can participate locally and globally: 1. Know your rights : You might not be able to vote yet, but all children and youth hold national and international rights . These rights are only of use to you if you are informed about them, so read up! 2. Learn about local issues : Is a roadblock affecting your commute to school? Are the new taxes affecting your family’s livelihood? Whatever the case, learning the issue will help in creating solutions that will have an impact on you. 3. Speak out : Spea