American democracy often excludes youth, despite public policy significantly impacting their lives. Young people possess powerful, dynamic voices ready to contribute to policymaking. It's time to

American democracy often excludes youth, despite public policy significantly impacting their lives. Young people possess powerful, dynamic voices ready to contribute to policymaking. It's time to challenge negative perceptions and redefine inclusivity to ensure youth are fully represented.

Amanda Schuerman, an 18-year-old community activist from Gilbert, Arizona, exemplifies this call for change. She serves as Southwest Regional Director for March For Our Lives and Captain of her Speech and Debate team, planning a career in nonprofit law. This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Pyone Thet Thet Kyaw, founder of Virya Myanmar, urges us to consider the ethical journey of our clothing. Her Yangon-based brand champions ethical fashion and empowers young women from

Pyone Thet Thet Kyaw, founder of Virya Myanmar, urges us to consider the ethical journey of our clothing. Her Yangon-based brand champions ethical fashion and empowers young women from underprivileged backgrounds. Pyone's passion for a socially conscious business originated from witnessing exploitation in the industry at a young age, driving her to create Virya.

Prior to entrepreneurship, Pyone spent over a decade in development, including a role as Governance Adviser at UKAid. She is also a Jeanne Sauve Scholar and a Chevening Scholar. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Stephen, 22, from Pennsylvania, is co-founder and National Field Director of Sunrise Movement. This organization mobilizes young people nationwide to combat the influence of fossil fuel executives

Stephen, 22, from Pennsylvania, is co-founder and National Field Director of Sunrise Movement. This organization mobilizes young people nationwide to combat the influence of fossil fuel executives and lobbyists, empowering them to elect leaders who will address climate change and create green jobs.

He organized the 'Sunrise Semester,' a fellowship program that engaged 70 young people in five key states for the 2018 elections. This initiative combined campaigning for progressive candidates with direct action to expose fossil fuel money. Stephen's organizing journey began at Swarthmore College, where he led a widely publicized fossil fuel divestment campaign.

Driven by witnessing the connection between injustice and environmental degradation, Jess Grady-Benson co-founded the Claremont Colleges Fossil Fuel Divestment Campaign in 2012. She led the

Driven by witnessing the connection between injustice and environmental degradation, Jess Grady-Benson co-founded the Claremont Colleges Fossil Fuel Divestment Campaign in 2012. She led the campaign to a victory at Pitzer College in 2014, securing fossil fuel divestment.

Post-graduation, Grady-Benson continues building the youth climate justice movement through the national Fossil Fuel Divestment Student Network. As a coordinating committee member and Director of Training, she plans strategic direction, designs leadership programs, and trains young organizers nationwide to advance divestment and a just transition.

Victor Davila founded EcoRyders, a series of summer workshops that make environmental and health education engaging for youth through skateboarding. Participants build their own skateboards while

Victor Davila founded EcoRyders, a series of summer workshops that make environmental and health education engaging for youth through skateboarding. Participants build their own skateboards while learning about pressing local environmental issues. EcoRyders addresses high youth obesity rates and public transportation challenges in the community.

Davila received the Brower Youth Award. This award recognizes North Americans aged 13 to 22 who demonstrate outstanding leadership on projects with positive environmental and social impact.

Celebrated biologist E.O. Wilson addresses a young scientist in a letter, declaring, "The world needs you, badly." Previewing his upcoming book, Wilson shares wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of

Celebrated biologist E.O. Wilson addresses a young scientist in a letter, declaring, "The world needs you, badly." Previewing his upcoming book, Wilson shares wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of experience.

He emphasizes that wonder and creativity are fundamental to a scientific life. This message was filmed at TEDMED and published on June 25, 2012.

Called "the voice of the resistance" by The New York Times, writer and activist Rebecca Solnit discussed her view that the future hinges on present action to counter institutional inertia and

Called "the voice of the resistance" by The New York Times, writer and activist Rebecca Solnit discussed her view that the future hinges on present action to counter institutional inertia and fossil fuel interests. She emphasized moving from climate despair to possibility, drawing from her book *Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility*.

Solnit was joined by co-editor and climate activist Thelma Young Lutunatabua and native Fijian Fenton Lutunatabua (participating virtually). Together, they called on the audience to embrace indigenous wisdom and new stories to rise to the moment. This event was presented in association with Bioneers 2023 on March 22, 2023.

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In July 1960, Jane Goodall arrived in Gombe, Tanzania, to study wild chimpanzees. Her discoveries, including that chimpanzees make and use tools, profoundly changed science and redefined what it

In July 1960, Jane Goodall arrived in Gombe, Tanzania, to study wild chimpanzees. Her discoveries, including that chimpanzees make and use tools, profoundly changed science and redefined what it means to be human.

Recognizing threats to chimpanzees, Jane shifted her focus to advocacy. She launched JGI's community-led Tacare conservation approach, championed animal welfare—including opening JGI's Tchimpounga sanctuary—and traveled globally to spread her message of hope.

Jane's legacy includes the Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots youth program, empowering young people in over 75 countries. Join us on April 3rd to celebrate Jane and uphold her vital work for people, other animals, and our shared planet.

For over two decades, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), through its Telecommunication Development Bureau, has championed youth engagement in information and communication

For over two decades, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), through its Telecommunication Development Bureau, has championed youth engagement in information and communication technologies (ICTs). Since 2001, the ITU has empowered young people globally, enabling them not only to access and use ICTs, but also to actively contribute to shaping an inclusive, sustainable, and forward-looking digital future.

Through dynamic activities, from regional forums to global summits, the ITU connects young leaders with policymakers. This collaboration allows youth to exchange ideas, influence ICT strategies, and help develop policies that truly reflect the needs and aspirations of the next generation in an increasingly digital world.

The ITU remains firmly committed to amplifying youth voices, strengthening their role as agents of change, and advancing a digital future that is accessible, inclusive, and empowering for all. Learn more: https://www.itu.int/itu-d/sites/digital-inclusion-youth/

This ITU Future Innovators podcast celebrates the 15th International Girls in ICT Day,

This ITU Future Innovators podcast celebrates the 15th International Girls in ICT Day, focusing on 'AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future'. Host Ellen Taylor interviews Malkia John, a Kenyan engineer and ITU160 Gender Champion.

Malkia shares her inspiring journey, founding Sauti Salama—an AI and digital platform combating gender-based violence in Kenya. The episode highlights how engineering and social advocacy merge for a safer digital future, demonstrating AI's potential for social good and the importance of local experiences.

Listen on Spotify, Apple, or Soundcloud. Explore ITU's gender equality work and Equals in Tech.