UNGA79 With a promise to ‘leave no one behind’, world leaders across the world are brainstorming action to ensure peace, sustainable development and human dignity for present and future generations.
It was an important milestone in summit for the futurein India in the action day held just before UNDP youth advocate Sanjana Sanghi addressed the conference calling for strong action.
Emphasizing the importance of including youth in development talks, Sanjana Sanghi said, “We only ask you to ensure a place for us in the talks for change.”
He further said, “All we want from you is that we should be given real opportunities for dialogue. Be it in the private sector, government, United Nations or among academics. We just want our voices to be heard, because we matter and our voices matter. We just want the opportunity to be the change we want to see in this world.
UNDP youth advocate and Bollywood actress Sanjana Sanghi also participated in an event on digital inclusion on the second day of the Day of Action.
Speaking on the occasion, she said, “It was an honor to be on this platform, especially when it comes to ensuring access to digital technologies for women.”
She said, “I think the digital future will only be valuable and relevant if it is equitable, and for this, we need to ensure that it is accessible equally across all genders and income groups.”
Sanjana Sanghi also participated in a discussion on ‘From Youth to Leader: Advancing Climate Resilience and Global Peace’ held just before the start of UNGA.
In this discussion, young change makers and experts discussed the climate crisis and considered why the climate crisis is important for the youth.
Speaking after the event, Sanjana Sanghi said, “I am deeply inspired by these young changemakers who are working passionately to address climate issues and secure a sustainable future for all. “Their dedication and innovative solutions give us hope for a brighter future.”
advocates of change
On the other hand, Prajakta Koli, UNDP’s Youth Climate Champion, also participated in various events organized during UNGA79 and advocated the inclusion of youth in the global conversation on the issue of climate crisis.
Prajakta said on September 24, “SDGs at a turning point” Participated in a discussion titled “. The discussion focused on the interrelationship of media influence and sustainable development.
Prajakta Koli highlighted the important role of media in advancing sustainable development goals like climate action and gender equality and expressed hope that the young generation will play a positive role in bringing about meaningful change.
He said, “The best thing I’ve learned over the last few years is that the younger generation is the most internet-savvy right now, because they have more access to and use of information than previous generations.”
“It was important to understand this because then I could tap into this hope and positivity. The only way I can continue my work as a producer is to have hope that things will get better.”
About Sanjana Sanghi
UNDP India partners with actress Sanjana Sanghi to promote youth-led social innovation and entrepreneurship through Youth Co:Lab in 2023 your partnership Was announced. It is the largest youth movement in the Asia and Pacific region, involving more than 28 countries.
In India, it was launched with the support of Atal Innovation Mission and it A one of its kind social entrepreneurship initiative promoting youth ideas and small scale industries Is.
Sanjana Sanghi has been working extensively in the efforts of Youth Co:Lab to encourage the youth.
About Prajakta Koli
UNDP India names Prajakta Koli as its first UNDP India Youth Climate Champion in 2022 Climate changeglobal temperature rise and biodiversity Assigned with the responsibility of spreading awareness about the adverse effects of conservation.
To the public, to communicate with the youth and Change by governments, communities Was also assigned the task of sharing inspirational stories.
Prajakta Koli has since supported UNDP India’s efforts in several important campaigns to highlight the impacts of climate change and engage people, especially youth, in action.
He made a YouTube vlog – “climate change is real” Raised awareness about climate action.
Prajakta, live chat She is also associated with other advocates of the United Nations through. To start meaningful conversations about climate action and violence against women, they 16 days activism campaign Also took part.
Prajakta, through a powerful video message broadcast at the 2023 Climate Conference – COP27 in Egypt, launched UNDP’s global campaign, Dear World Leaders Supported.