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The Kampala Principles for Youth-led Development: Transforming Youth Lives Now!
28 June 2024, Nairobi. – In 2007, representatives from UN-Habitat’s One Stop Youth Resource Centres, originating from four capital cities in East Africa, gathered in
28 June 2024, Nairobi. – In 2007, representatives from UN-Habitat’s One Stop Youth Resource Centres, originating from four capital cities in East Africa, gathered in
21 June 2024, Nairobi. – It is not a coincidence that this year’s International Youth Day is dedicated to the topic of digital engagement towards
June 5, 2024, Karapınar, Türkiye. – Today, on World Environment Day, youth leaders from around the world convened in Karapınar and were hosted at the
28 April 2024, Nairobi. – One of the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) is to have sustainable cities that provide opportunities for all, including access
23 April 2024, New York. – On April 16, 2024, the Trusteeship Council Chamber hosted the ECOSOC Youth Forum, featuring the launch of a unique
16 April 2024, New York. – In his opening address at the 2024 ECOSOC Youth Forum, the UN Secretary-General urgently called attention to the face
8 April 2024, Nairobi. – In the heart of Nairobi’s bustling Mathare, – one of the biggestinformal settlements in East Africa, – lies a story
24 January 2024, Nairobi. – As we commemorate the International Day of Education, our focus turns to the evolving landscape of education in the midst
Climate Activist from Uganda Leah Namugerwa at COP28 speaking on the power of innovation and youth-led climate action.
I am thrilled by the energy and innovation the Youth Advisory Board brings to UN-Habitat. Their passion for sustainable development is inspiring. Together, we’re forging
Eligibility Criteria
All ages up to 24;
If you are less than 18 years old, please provide the contact details of a guardian.
Submission Process
Please use this link to sign-up for the challenge;
Familiarize yourself with the health benefits of public space and Minecraft;
The challenge starts from April 1st;
Submissions will be accepted from May 15th until May 31st.
Submission Requirement
Your submission must include:
A compressed Minecraft world file (max 500mb);
A short description of how your idea is making public spaces healthier and more enjoyable for you(th) (max 400 words/all languages).
Project Criteria
Our judges are seeking for ideas that are: innovative, transformative, inclusive;
The submission that excels in all criteria will win the grand prize.
Judging Process
First round: 10-15 submissions will be selected;
Second round: The selected submissions will pitch their projects to the judges.
Prizes
The main prize is $5,000 towards implementation of the winning solution.
Terms and Conditions
By participating in the challenge you grant UN-Habitat that the images and/or filmed footage can be used on UN-Habitats & UN-Habitats Youth social media accounts, brand merchandise, website, and can be shared with press media outlets. From time to time, materials may also be used by its partners.
Still have questions left? Contact us via unhabitat-urbanhealth@un.org.