UNited Europe: Strengthening the partnership between UN Youth Delegates and the European Youth Forum
United Nations Youth Delegates (UNYDs), like the European Youth Forum (YFJ), advocate for full, effective and meaningful engagement of young people in policy and decision-making across all policy domains and at all levels. As such, and in strong collaboration with the National Youth Councils, European UNYDs play a crucial role in implementing YFJ motions and driving their advocacy at the United Nations (UN). Given that UN resolutions are often negotiated collectively by EU countries, UNYDS must coordinate and advocate jointly to amplify the impact of European youth on the UN stage. This motion sets out to support this effort by enhancing coordination with the YFJ to ensure a strong, unified, and impactful youth voice in (inter-)national policymaking. The European Youth Forum and multiple youth-led and youth-focused organisations strengthen the work of youth in Europe by providing diverse platforms for young people to voice their opinions. Therefore, UNYDs seek strong partnerships, mutual support, and stronger coordination with the YFJ and European countries to ensure meaningful engagement in UN processes.
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