
Media Center

ECOSOC Partnership Forum Side Event
-
Mon, Jan 26, 202610:00 AM Tue, Jan 27, 20268:30 PM
Solutions Session at the ECOSOC Partnership Forum
Youth Innovation for Transformative Action: Partnerships that Empower the Next Generation for the SDGs
27 January 2026 | New York, the USA
CSocD64 Side Event
-
Mon, Feb 2, 20268:30 AM Tue, Feb 10, 20268:30 PM
Side Event at the 64th Session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64)
Youth Innovation for Social Development: Coordinated, Equitable, and Inclusive Pathways to Empower the Next Generation
2–10 February 2026 | New York, the USA


CSW70 Side Event
-
Mon, Mar 9, 20267:30 AM Fri, Mar 20, 20268:30 PM
CSW70 (2026)
The seventieth session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place at United Nations Headquarters in New York from 9 to 20 March 2026.
Representatives of Member States, UN entities, and ECOSOC-accredited non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from all regions of the world are invited to attend the session.
Advancing Africa’s Energy Transition | High-Level Summit at UNGA80
-
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
-
3:30 PM 6:30 PM
As a co-organizer, Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), together with UNDP, UN SDSN, G-SEL, and other partners, convened youth leaders, policymakers, investors, and international experts at a high-level diplomatic venue to spotlight youth-led innovation, gender inclusion, and sustainable partnerships in driving Africa’s energy transition.


2025 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) Side Event
-
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
-
2:00 PM 8:30 PM
Centered on the theme “Sustainable and Inclusive Solutions for Advancing the 2030 Agenda,” the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) brought together global leaders, experts, and youth to deliberate on equitable development.
Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP) recruited youth delegates from China, the U.S., Canada, the Dominican Republic, and beyond to participate in a week of policy dialogue, side events, cultural visits, and innovation workshops in New York — turning sustainable development from concept into action.
Past Events
![]() Her HavenHer Haven is a youth-led global mental health initiative empowering girls through emotional support, storytelling, and gender-equality advocacy. Launched by Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), the project brings together youth leaders and experts in psychology, communication, and social innovation. | ![]() Side Event & Book Launch at the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)Nice, France (June 9–13, 2025), Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP) and partners co-hosted the official side event “Generation Blue: Educating and Empowering Youth for Ocean Conservation” on June 8, 2025. This youth-centered event brings together marine scientists, policymakers, and young leaders to explore how education, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration can accelerate action for SDG 14 – Life Below Water. | ![]() the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69)On March 18, two official CSW69 side events — “Her Power: The New Wave of Fashion Led by the SDGs” and “Accelerating Action: Women, Technology, and Sustainable Futures” — were successfully held at the Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza. Guided by NGO CSW and the China NGO Network for International Exchanges, and co-hosted by Peaceland Foundation, Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), IMCRA, COMDEV, and other partners, the events explored gender equality through technology, cultural innovation, l |
|---|---|---|
![]() Advancing Africa’s Energy Transition | High-Level Summit at UNGA80As a co-organizer, Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), together with UNDP, UN SDSN, G-SEL, and other partners, convened youth leaders, policymakers, investors, and international experts at a high-level diplomatic venue to spotlight youth-led innovation, gender inclusion, and sustainable partnerships in driving Africa’s energy transition. | ![]() Youth Innovation Showcase at the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2025New York, the USA (April 15–17, 2025), under the theme “Youth at the Forefront: Leveraging Science and Social Inclusion for Sustainable Development,” GYP co-hosted the official side event “Youth Forward: Green Innovation, Digital Inclusion, and Global Partnerships for the SDGs” with partners like Peaceland, and GYLDC, drawing nearly 100 participants from UN agencies, international organizations, and youth from 15+ countries. | ![]() Advancing Gender Equality through Innovation & Collaboration at CSW69New York, the USA (March 18), two official CSW69 side events — “Her Power: The New Wave of Fashion Led by the SDGs” and “Accelerating Action: Women, Technology, and Sustainable Futures” — were held at the Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza. Co-hosted by Peaceland Foundation, Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), IMCRA, COMDEV, and other partners, the events explored gender equality through technology, cultural innovation, lead |
![]() Youth Circular Economy Initiative at Nordics for Climate ActionShanghai, China (March 2025), Global Youth Philanthropy and Youth Voice Media Center supported the Nordics for Climate Action alliance — led by the Consulates General of Denmark, Finland, and Norway, together with Business Finland, Innovation Norway, and the Danish Tech Innovation Center — to host the Youth Circular Economy Initiative in Shanghai. The program empowered young changemakers to explore circular economy solutions through | ![]() Youth Voices Shine at COP29: Showcasing Innovation, Leadership & Climate ActionBaku, Azerbaijan | Nov. 2024. At the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in , Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP) youth representatives took the global stage, demonstrating how young people are driving climate solutions with innovation, leadership, and purpose. During the China Pavilion side event, “Actively Guard against Climate Risks and Build Low-carbon and Resilient Cities,” youth played a central role | ![]() Youth & Green Innovation Spotlighted at UN “Summit of the Future Action Day”New York, the USA | April, 2024. As the world faces unprecedented challenges, green technology and youth leadership are key to getting the SDGs back on track. During the UN “Summit of the Future Action Day,” the “Path to an Inclusive Future” side event was held in New York — co-hosted by CNIE, CANGO, Global Youth Philanthropy, and in partnership with the African Union, UNU Macau, AVPN, Ant Group. Over 70 youth delegates |
![]() Heartwarming Moments from Youth One-on-One Education Assistance in Yunnan, ChinaYunnan, China | June 2024. In the remote mountains of Honghe Prefecture, Yunnan, many children face life without parents, living with relatives or in single-parent households. Through Global Youth Philanthropy’s One-on-One Education Assistance Program, urban and rural youth are paired to support each other, ensuring that children in hardship can continue their education, grow with confidence, and one day give back t | ![]() SDG Innovation Hackathon 2025The SDG Innovation Hackathon (SDG Marathon) is back for 2025 — a global youth innovation event focused on the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Jointly organized by the UNESCO ASPnet International Centre, The GreenLion Global, and Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), the Hackathon has become a key platform for young changemakers to explore solutions for a sustainable future through academic innovation, social practice, and global collaboration. | ![]() Goodbye Eczema: The 7-Day Health Habit ChallengeAs part of the initiative, Athenia has created the 7-Day to a Better You: Health Habit Challenge, focusing on daily themes like mindfulness, diet, sleep, exercise, stress management, and environmental care — all aimed at building sustainable healthy habits. |
![]() United Nations | HNPW 2024 Conference ReviewHosted by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the Humanitarian Networks & Partnerships Week (HNPW) brought together global leaders, experts, and youth representatives to tackle humanitarian and climate challenges through innovation and collaboration. | ![]() Turning Trash into Art | Vancouver Youth Lead Coastal Clean-UpOn May 19, 2024, the GYP Art for Earth Youth Club, an international youth environmental art initiative founded by Vancouver high school students with guidance from Yousi Philanthropy, partnered with the Rotary Interact Club to host a creative beach clean-up and environmental art event at Jericho Beach, Vancouver 🇨🇦. | ![]() Youth Lead the Way at the Claremont International Forum on Eco-CivilizationOn May 25, 2024, the Claremont International Forum on Ecological Civilization – GYP Youth Sub-Forum took place in Claremont, California, bringing together passionate youth voices to address the urgent challenge of “global climate boiling.” |
![]() United Nations Youth Forum Side Event | “Utilizing Technology to End Poverty”New York, April 17, 2024 At the 2024 ECOSOC Youth Forum, the Peaceland Foundation (UN consultative status) and Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP) co-hosted a side event on “Utilizing Technology to End Poverty.”Over 60 youth leaders, tech innovators, UN officials, diplomats, and NGO representatives from China, the U.S., Kenya, Nigeria, and beyond gathered to exchange solutions on how technology can accelerate the SDGs and break cycles of poverty. | ![]() Hello, Spring! GYP Rural Aesthetic Education JourneyMarch 2024, Keito, a Japanese high school student studying in the U.S., spent his spring break in Yingshan County, Hubei, bringing a vibrant “Hello, Spring” art class to rural students under the guidance of Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP). Accompanied by his art teacher Emily, he inspired children through creative lessons on observation, color, and imagination — an experience warmly embraced by students and teachers alike. | ![]() GYP Green Future Alliance Leadership TeamGlobal Youth Philanthropy is excited to announce the launch of the Green Future Alliance — a youth-led global network dedicated to empowering the next generation of climate leaders. 🌍✨ |
![]() Claremont International Forum on Ecological Civilization | GYP Youth Sub-ForumClaremont, California – May 25, 2024。 In the face of the escalating “global climate boiling” crisis, Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP) believes that young people are a driving force for change. During the 17th Claremont International Forum on Ecological Civilization, GYP and the Institute for Postmodern Development of China will co-host the Youth Sub-Forum under the theme:“For the Common Good of Man and Nature.” | ![]() “Pandas Meet Kiwis” China–New Zealand Youth Philanthropic Art Exhibition Opens in Aucklandage_2025-1On December 15, 2023, the “Pandas Meet Kiwis” China–New Zealand Youth Philanthropic Art Exhibition officially opened at the Auckland International Art Space — marking a vibrant new chapter in youth cultural and philanthropic collaboration between China and New Zealand. | ![]() Art for Earth Global Environmental Art ExhibitionIn September 2023, the Beijing exhibition “Manmade to Manmade”, part of the Art for Earth Global Environmental Art Urban Exhibition, successfully took place at UM Gallery in Beijing’s 798 Art District. This youth-led environmental art initiative was jointly curated by Art for Earth, an innovative public service project founded by Beijing high school students, and the student philanthropy society Blue Cogiator, under the guidance of Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP) and the Peaceland Foundation. |
![]() The GYP Blue Action Youth Club Has Officially Launched!Founded in March 2024 by passionate students from China 🇨🇳, the U.S. 🇺🇸, and Canada 🇨🇦, BAYC aligns with the United Nations Ocean Decade vision. Our mission is to empower youth worldwide to raise awareness, take action, and create innovative solutions to safeguard our blue planet. | ![]() GYP Youth Delegate Joins Historic UN High-Level Meeting at UNGA80At this historic moment — marking the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations and the 30th Anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth (WPAY) — Anny Chen, a youth representative of Global Youth Philanthropy (GYP), attended the UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on Youth, engaging in interactive discussions and witnessing youth issues being brought to the center of the global diplomatic stage. |
.png)






















