Annual Commemoration of International Youth day (IYD). Annually

The International Youth Day (IYD) is an initiative of the United Nations that is observed August 12 every year all over the world since 1996. It provides an opportunity to celebrate young peoples’ energy, imagination and initiatives. The UN uses celebrations like these to draw public awareness to problems surrounding the young people; their issues, their rights and their contributions. It is most important for countries to invest in opportunities for their youth to learn, earn and grow so that the common future lies in good hands. Importantly, the goal of IYD is to shape the youth not just as a passive beneficiary of development efforts, but as a force for positive social change. They are a source of innovation, creativity, energy and foresight, and UN member states must use all means possible to foster and harness the power of the youth. These are the ideals of International Youth Day.