Side Event: Empowering and Engaging Youth for Sustainable Development: Accelerating Agenda 2030 and SDGs in the UNECE Region

This side event focused on highlighting the significant role that youth play in driving innovation, advocacy, and action for sustainability and climate resilience. By showcasing the initiatives, projects, and advocacy efforts led by young people, the event underscored the relevance of youth engagement in achieving the SDGs. It emphasized the need for inclusive decision-making processes and partnerships to address sustainability challenges effectively. Furthermore, the event aligned with the theme of this year's Forum by emphasizing the importance of reinforcing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in the face of multiple crises, with a specific emphasis on the role of youth in driving positive change and sustainable development.