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🔷 🔶 We support the requests of the Members of the European Parliament, in line with the Future Generations Initiative, to establish effective mechanisms of representation of future generations’ rights in today’s policy making. Institutions and politicians work and act with a short term perspective, when a future view is most needed. Amid a triple planetary crisis and demographic challenges, it is a joint responsibility to call for ambitious intergenerational mechanisms. 👤 A Commissioner for Future generations, an intergenerational test on all EU files and an interinstitutional declaration on the rights of Future Generations can really contribute to give the EU the long-term sight it needs. Read the joint letter ➡ https://lnkd.in/eCT-Nx5W 🌱🤝 Let's make the EU #FitForFutureGenerations Pax Christi International International Youth Health Organization YouthProAktiv Oikos - Cooperação e Desenvolvimento Philea - Philanthropy Europe Association Generation Climate Europe (GCE) Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) European Youth Forum Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) Laudato Si' Movement Network of Institutions and Leaders for Future Generations (NiFG)

🌍 Unity is essential in the fight for a just and peaceful world. In our video ‘Sisonke-Ensemble,’ we celebrate the power of togetherness and collaboration in the journey towards decolonization. This video,produced by Charly Chitambo and Vlad Astancai during the Decolonise Training in Visual Storytelling, highlights the importance of standing together to create a world where everyone is valued and included. Decolonization is a collective effort that requires the participation of individuals and communities committed to justice and equity. This video is a reminder that by working together, we can overcome divisions and build a future rooted in solidarity. 📄 Continue the Conversation: Our policy papers offer further insights into how we can keep working together to decolonize international voluntary service. Read them to explore strategies for addressing systemic barriers and ensuring that our efforts are inclusive and equitable. Watch the video and read the full papers here:  https://lnkd.in/d7UfKiQE  #TogetherWeStand #DecoloniseNow Maailmanvaihto ry - ICYE Finland Fundación SES - Solidaridad, Educación y Sustentabilidad Solidarités Jeunesses IBO Italia ONG Onlus ICYE Federation - International Cultural Youth Exchange Service Civil International (SCI) Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organisations

I look forward to insightful discussions. Citizen Voice and Actions (CVA-Rwanda)

We need to address young people's needs and rights in the coming EU Parliament elections. We need to resolve the pointless generational divide, by realizing that we need to work for the young first if we want to have a shot at pursuing the European ideals. It is not enough to say that you care, we need action now, on so many fronts, from mental health, wealth gaps, access to the job markets, to housing, etc. Europe will be social, or will lose its soul.

The European Parliament: A Pillar for ToPeace's Goals and an Active Youth The European Parliament plays a crucial role in building a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable Europe. As a defender of values like peace, equality, and justice, it not only shapes policies that affect millions but also provides a platform for youth voices — essential for the future of the continent. At ToPeace, we draw inspiration from the European Parliament’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as SDG 16, which promotes peace, justice, and effective institutions. It is also a source of strength for empowering young people as agents of change, encouraging active involvement in political, social, and environmental processes. Why is an active youth so important? Because the future is built with fresh ideas, energy, and determination — unique qualities of young people. The European Parliament provides programs, support, and platforms that amplify youth participation, ensuring they are not only heard but also part of the decisions shaping our societies. Together, we can achieve more. By joining forces with institutions like the European Parliament, we believe we can transform dreams into concrete actions and build a movement with both national and European impact. Now is the time to be the driving force of change. What do you think? How can youth make a difference on the European stage? Share your thoughts with us!  #ToPeace #EuropeanParliament #ActiveYouth #PeaceAndJustice #SDG16

Today we are co-hosting a Summit of the Future Action Day side event: ‘#YouthLead: Governance for human rights, peace and security and political processes’ with the UN Youth Office, MyLifeMySay, UNDP, Club de Madrid, UNESCO, OHCHR, Education Above All Foundation & Major Group for Children and Youth. Join us in: ➡ Identifying current challenges related to young people’s participation in decision-making processes at national and international levels, including in the areas of peace and security, human rights, politics, global governance and financing. ➡ Discussing key actions and tangible solutions for implementation of Actions 36 and 37 of the Pact for the Future. ➡ Sharing practical recommendations and good practices for Member States on how to meaningfully engage young people in decision making processes. Time: 15:30 - 16:45 Location: Conference Room 4, United Nations HQ Watch live: https://lnkd.in/e_pUsC6i Galia Kademian from Argentine Youth Organization for the United Nations and International Steering Group Representative for UNOY's Americas members, will be giving an intervention on practical steps that should be taken to provide accessible funding and capacity-building support for youth-led organisations. #Youth4Peace

This week we share a project that is focussed on bringing education into conversation with art and activism. Seen and Heard: Young People’s Voices and Freedom of Expression is a European Union project that places youth at risk of marginalisation and exclusion in Malta, Germany and Poland, at the centre of political dialogue. A variety of learning experiences have been designed in collaboration with art practitioners like Sita Brahmachari, Charlie Cauchi, Uli Decker and even a guest appearance by Chris Riddell. The project includes co-creation of art – a book and a docuseries – with children playing a central role.   At a time when Europe is churning - with groups pushing political divisiveness and yet others resisting it – the project explores what it means to be a young citizen in Europe today; what it means to be a child and a grown-up in Europe; what being European in an age of mass-migration feels like.   While the project is based in Europe, learnings from it promise to be meaningful across different contexts. One of the big challenges of our contemporary world is fostering a sense of community and finding ways to connect with those who are different from oneself, reminding oneself of the things that connect us to a shared humanity. What better then, than a project that uses the arts with young people from migrant and local communities, to foster the courage to speak up about injustice, and makes place for them to be seen and heard.    SWIPE to see images from the ongoing work Find out more at <https://lnkd.in/gHDHPCEK> @seenandheardeu @giuliana_fenech @chuckcauchi #childrensvoice #childrensart #cocreation #seenandheard #citizenship #education

Human rights, including civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights provide the blueprint for a just, peaceful and sustainable future for everyone everywhere. Grounded in the dignity and equality of every human being, #humanrights offer solutions based on agreed standards, principles, and universal values. Join us during the UN Summit of the Future Action Days for a side event on The Critical Role of Human Rights in Realizing the Pact for the Future, moderated by the United Nations Human Rights Chief Volker Türk with EU Special Representative for Human Rights Olof Skoog. 📅 21 SEP | 1PM 📍 UNHQ - CR 2 RSVP ➡ https://bit.ly/3T0EDzQ Together with Costa Rica, South Africa, Action for Sustainable Development (ASD) and CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation, we're organizing a panel discussion to highlight the value of human rights in achieving sustainable development and peace and security, and in ensuring the effective enjoyment by all of all human rights. This includes the right to development.

The Indigenous Peoples Global Coordinating Committee, in partnership with SIRGE Coalition, is hosting the JUST TRANSITION: Indigenous Peoples’ Perspectives, Knowledge, and Lived Experiences, an international summit taking place from October 8 to 10, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland. 🌏 Over 100 representatives of Indigenous Peoples from the seven socio-cultural regions of the world will gather to collectively define a Just Transition and the green economy from Indigenous perspectives. The summit calls for a rights-based approach rooted in principles such as self-determination, FPIC, cultural rights, land and territorial rights, and the participation of Indigenous Peoples in decision-making processes. ✊ 🔗 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/etVy4Q8M #JustTransition #IndigenousPeoples #IndigenousRights

As #EuropeDay and the #Europeanelections approach, in a time that queries us and puts us under the scrutiny of our consciences, giving "substance" to the duty of #solidarity that permeates our European citizenship appears to be more crucial than ever. Fortunately enough, joint efforts at a supranational level are being made in order to implement the right-duty to serve our community, which sees us all as protagonists and beneficiaries, called upon to do what is within our capabilities in a philantropic spirit, with love and dedication. The #EuropeanSolidarityCorps constitute yet another attempt and opportunity for young Europeans aged 18-30 to build a more inclusive society, helping the most vulnerable people and responding to social problems through voluntary work and training for collective benefit throughout Europe. In this way, participants aim to undertake commitments of shared responsibility and mutual support. In this regard, on October 24, 2023 I took part in a conference organized at the #EuropeanParliament in #Brussels by some honorable MEPs in order to discuss and encourage youths' involvement in solidarity projects. The meeting was held in memory of late President David Maria Sassoli, Whom I had had the honor to interview. Here is an excerpt of my speech: "What better way to accomplish this mission of ours than through joint efforts at a supranational level? If not by facilitating constructive dialogue and safeguarding the core values of freedom, dignity and solidarity to which David Sassoli referred during His inaugural speech as President of the European Parliament? He believed, as I hope we all do, that Europe has still much to achieve, but that this can only be done together, with ambition and compassion. While grief, affliction and atrocities are rampant in the world, it is up to us to choose whether to remain inert in the face of the pain of others, turning our gaze elsewhere, with indifference and selfishness, or rather to side with the Latin playwright Terence, in affirming with conviction: "I am a human being, and there is nothing human that is alien to me", thus recognising the humanity of our neighbour, that same humanity that makes us rediscover ourselves as fragile and vulnerable and at the same time strong and resilient together. ... It is by doing this in my own small way that I have discovered the inherent value that lies in being able to dedicate oneself to others. I have experienced first-hand that one truly receives by giving oneself, by bringing hope where despair reigns. I ask You: is this not the point? In this our strength lies: in the desire to make a difference in the days of others, leaving a legacy of Love and fraternity".