By Opey Abednego Brandy, Unlock Jobs Action Group Member, Programme Manager / Founder For most of us, the workplace forms a key feature of our lives. Generally, it is estimated that we spend one-third of our lives at work. If we are going to spend so much precious...
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France has ratified the ILO Convention C190. What happens next?
By Laura Warnod, Unlock Jobs Action Group Member, France As a young French female worker with socioeconomic privileges, I have been fortunate enough to grow up in a supportive and loving environment and receive excellent education in Europe . I have the privilege of...
How employers can help Nigeria implement ILO Convention C190 to protect young workers
By Onyia John, Jobs Action Group Member from Nigeria, Creative Designer & Founder, Orange Concept In Nigeria, workplaces with harassment and violence are as commonplace as seeing the sky every day. As a young worker, you feel powerless to address abuse when it...
Why we need Innovation to Achieve Gender Justice
By Anita Dywaba and Kelechi Achinonu The past few weeks at the United Nations Foundation have been incredible! We just launched the Engine Room: an open space where young changemakers from around the world can collaborate online, design solutions, and make a real...
Meet Jevanic Henry – UN Secretary General’s Youth Adviser on Climate Change
“Climate change is the fight of our lives – and young people have been on the frontlines leading the charge for climate justice. The unrelenting conviction of young people is central to keeping climate goals within reach, kicking the world’s addiction to fossil fuels,...
No Seat at the Table? Let’s Build Our Own.
By Taylor Hawkins “Today’s young people are forced to confront crises that we did not cause.” Our Future Agenda This is a reality that can either overwhelm you with fear and frustration, or become the fire you need to fuel your action. I am proud to say that for...