Dr. Felipe Paullier is quick to say he doesn't speak for the world's roughly 2 billion tweens, teens and young adults.
Flags fly outside the United Nations headquarters during the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. UNITED NATIONS — Dr. Felipe Paullier is quick to say he doesn't speak for the world's roughly 2 billion tweens, teens and young adults.
AP: At a leadup event for the summit, one young activist was quite frank about saying that it’s not just a matter of being invited to attend or speak at events — it's a matter of actually being heard and seeing something come out of it. How do you encourage young people to take the U.N. at its word that it wants to include them in a way that’s meaningful?
PAULLIER: You know, I think this is a challenge of every traditional institution. And I'm saying “traditionally” because our institutions were established in a different world. It’s true that in the last 10 or 15 years, the world has changed dramatically. Technology has brought to people a lot of power, and this is transforming the accountability systems, the way that people can organize themselves, express themselves, mobilize. That's something very positive.
As an office, our role is that we push for changes for happen. And let's not see this only in the negative way of thinking. I tend to believe that these commitments from governments are a testament that they have willingness to really advance in this direction.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
No Limits for Felipe dos SantosThe Chute Boxe prospect will tackle Andre Lima in a UFC Fight Night 242 flyweight prelim on Saturday in Las Vegas.
Read more »
Sherdog Prospect Watch: Andre LimaThe 25-year-old Brazilian will look to keep his perfect professional record intact when he does battle with Felipe dos Santos as part of the UFC Fight Night 242 undercard.
Read more »
Ontario’s closure of youth detention facilities has not resulted in more support for young peopleThis article was originally published on The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Disclosure information is available on the original site.
Read more »
Youth In Transition WorkerYouth-In-Transition Workers (YITW) support youth who are transitioning out of the child protection system.
Read more »
Burlington, Ont., considers making transit free for all, after reducing fares for youth, seniorsBurlington Transit Headquarters is on Harvester Road in Burlington, Ont.
Read more »
Brampton church youth leader charged with sexual assaultA Brampton church 'youth leader and worship director' allegedly sexually assaulted a 13-year-old for months.
Read more »