Hosted by the United Nations Foundation, the Unlock the Future coalition is more than an alliance – it’s a powerhouse of ambition and hope, gathering the world’s largest youth and child-focused organizations under one banner to unlock a better future for next and future generations.
We’re On A Mission
In 2015, world leaders set a bold vision, the 2030 Agenda, with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, a global plan designed to create a future where humanity and our planet coexist in harmony.
However, the journey has been arduous, with only 15% of these goals currently on track.
Formally launched in 2022, the Unlock the Future coalition brings together 25 of the world’s largest youth and child-focused organizations, reaching almost one billion people worldwide.
As set out in the Unlock Declaration II, we are steadfast in our mission to expedite progress towards the SDGs, leveraging young people’s potential, talent, and leadership, especially from young countries predominantly in Asia and Africa – where over 50% of the population is under 30 – to deliver impact for next and future generations.
Guided by our 5-year Action Plan The Road to 2100, Unlock the Future works through engaging leading experts, policymakers, and young changemakers to advance shared goals to reimagine the UN system, create opportunities for joint action, and amplify young voices to influence the global agenda.
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of the world's population is under the age of 30
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of young people live in ‘young countries’ where the majority of the population is under 30.
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of the world's young people will be calling Africa home by 2100
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of the SDGs are on track, bold and audacious action is more vital than ever before
We Are Unified in Our Advocacy
Let young people lead the way
Half of the world’s population is under 30, and they are not just waiting around. They are ready to lead and come up with solutions to the challenges we face in the 21st century. The UN is the perfect platform for this generation to turn their ideas into our shared future.
Political champions must fight for every generation
Now is humanity’s moment to rise and redefine what is possible. With the Summit on the horizon, our world needs its heroes to fight for every generation, armed with the political ambition to champion real change and renew faith in what we can achieve together.
Act now for the future
We need heroes to fight for every generation and bring about real change, especially as we approach the Summit. This is our moment to redefine what is possible and renew our faith in achieving great things together.
Ditch the pessimism, embrace the courage
It is a race against time to prove that our global efforts are making a real difference in people’s lives. By working to achieve the SDGs, we can transform people’s skepticism and frustration into hope and trust in a better future.
Securing the future for all generations
Our choices today shape tomorrow. This Summit is our opportunity to set a new standard for uplifting every voice, young and old, crafting a thriving future for everyone who comes after us.
“At a time when children and young people face challenges and crises not of their making, we – leaders and partners of the world’s most far-reaching youth-focused and youth-led movements, networks, and organizations – are committed to unlocking a better future with and for young people and future generations.”
Unlock in Action
