The Impact of You(th) on Global Changes

Exploring the role of young people in tackling global challenges

What is the role of young people in tackling global challenges and advancing sustainable and inclusive development?

Date
Wednesday 20 May 2026, 13:30 - 17:00
Type
Workshop
Spoken Language
English
Room
Aula B
Location
International Institute of Social Studies
Ticket information

Please note that a number of places are reserved specifically for students and young professionals. 

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Three ISS students sitting in the park and chatting
ISS - Alexander Santos Lima

Jointly organized by the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) and the Netherlands International Cooperation Collection (NICC), this event aims to explore the powerful role of young people (in the past and present) tackling global challenges and advancing sustainable and inclusive development, in the Netherlands and beyond. 

From civil rights to climate action, the role of youth in international cooperation is a story worth discovering.

What to expect

  • A look back at the Dutch history of global solidarity, awareness raising and international cooperation inspired by youth

  • Reflections on today’s challenges and future opportunities for youth leadership  

  • Conversations across generations with students, young professionals, seasoned experts and retired changemakers 

Topics include children’s and youth rights, climate change, biodiversity, poverty and inequality, food and agriculture and human rights  – serious themes, discussed in an open and energizing atmosphere. 

The event hopes to spark intergenerational collaboration around the NICC Youth Project and to strengthen multi-sectoral networks: exchanging ideas, sharing stories and discussing different points of view. 

More information

You can find more details about the event on the NICC website.

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