By Ayotomiwa Ayodele
Youths are energetic, youths are hopeful, youths are fearless youths are innovative, resourceful, youths make the impossible possible and achievable. comprises a significant portion of the global population. With the youthful energy, creativity, and innovative thinking, young people have the potential to drive transformative change and shape the future of societies.
Youths play critical role of youth as catalysts of change and societal development some of which are: innovation and entrepreneurship, digital natives, cultural evolution, sustainable development, economic growth, political engagement among others.
By harnessing their potential, we can unlock innovative solutions, drive progress, and create a brighter future. These can be achieved through channels like: mentorship and guidance, education and skills development, access to resources and funding, intergenerational collaboration, inclusive platforms for participation.
Young people are the catalysts of change and national development. By empowering them, we can unlock their potential, drive innovation, and foster sustainable growth. Governments, organizations, and individuals must work together to address the challenges facing youth and provide opportunities for their development. The future of our nations depends on the empowerment of our young people. Let us invest in them, and they will shape a brighter tomorrow.
Happy International Youth Day 2024 to all youthful and useful youth across the world, may our light shine brighter and better.
An alumnus of the Young Africa Leaders Initiative (YALI) an initiative of former US President Barack Obama to build young African leaders, Ayotomiwa Ayodele is a gender and policy advocate, human development worker and communications specialist.
