The official commemoration of the International Year of Youth 2025 is taking place this Tuesday in Nairobi, Kenya, in partnership with UN-Habitat.

Several knowledge products, such as multimedia narratives, infographics, and a set of digital participation tools alluding to the celebration, are expected to be produced.

In line with the United Nations’s intention, this year is dedicated to “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” highlighting the critical role of youth in turning global aspirations into community-driven realities.

It affirms that the global organization also works to implement global goals in specific local contexts, aligning them with community needs and maintaining consistency with national and international commitments, in which young people are key stakeholders.

It also highlights the essential role of local and regional governments in creating inclusive policy environments, allocating resources, and establishing mechanisms for youth participation in local planning and decision-making.

In this context, Cuba is carrying out summer activities with the participation of youth. The country recently enacted a Code for Children, Adolescents, and Youth, which expands the legal framework for the protection, development, and participation of people aged zero to 35.

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