Youth face a mental health perfect storm. Here's how to help
Mar 7, 2025 · Young people worldwide are facing a generational mental health crisis. Economic, social and environmental issues are putting them under unprecedented pressure. The Youth Alliance provides an example of collaborative action involving private capital that …
Young people have the power to break barriers to women’s …
Mar 7, 2025 · Women continue to face systemic obstacles in education, employment, digital access and more – but three youth-led initiatives show how gender equality can begin at the grassroots.
Why investing in young people has never been more important
Jan 21, 2025 · Young people are pioneering new ways to tackle urgent crises. The Global Shapers Impact Report calls for more support for young changemakers.
Empowering young people is future-proofing business and society in ...
Jan 23, 2025 · Young people bring critical perspectives that are often dramatically different to those of older generations, especially when it comes to digital and societal expectations. Leveraging these insights is an essential ingredient in business plans that are …
Young Global Leaders | World Economic Forum
The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a Foundation dedicated to shaping responsible leaders who are committed to improving the state of the world. Through its three-year program, it brings together exceptional individuals under the age of 40 from diverse industries and regions who have demonstrated a track record of driving change in their communities and …
Young people’s voices are key to global peace and security
Feb 18, 2025 · Young people's voices must play a key role in shaping global peace and security at time when the world faces multiple challenges. A survey from the Global Shapers Hubs in the DACH region offers valuable insights on how young people perceive these issues. As the global security landscape evolves, harnessing the insights of young people will be key to shaping a resilient and peaceful future.
6 inspirational young female leaders - The World Economic Forum
Mar 4, 2021 · International Women’s Month is dedicated to the social, economic, political, cultural and scientific achievements of women and girls. In my work with the World Economic Forum’s communities of Young Global Leaders and Global Shapers, I am inspired every day by amazing women in our network: young female leaders who are driving the call for equitable and sustainable food systems, de ...
5 charts that show the state of global youth employment in 2024
Aug 29, 2024 · The global labour market for young people is on an upward trajectory – but gender and geography are reducing opportunities for some, finds a new report.
Inspiring young minds to create climate change solutions
Jun 4, 2025 · Young people need high-quality, solutions-focussed online science resources to help them understand climate change and feel inspired to develop solutions.
We asked young people what changes they want for the future.
Aug 20, 2021 · Over the past year, the World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers community has organized dialogues and surveys on what young people see as the most pressing issues facing society, government and business.