Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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50 young leaders from over 30 countries gathered in Gaborone, Botswana 🇧🇼 on 25–26 August 2025! for a Regional Dialogue of the International Forum “We, the Youth” (IFWY) ✨

Tackling informal economies, resource scarcity, and post-conflict recovery, young catalysts discussed policy ideas grounded in real-life experiences. 💡

Convened by UNRISD and partners, youth voices confronted regional challenges with bold, creative solutions. 🤝

See how youth from across Africa and the Middle East are leveraging local knowledge and innovation to contribute to regional peace! 🌿🕊️