From the very beginning of my journey as a youth leader, social entrepreneur, and advocate for sustainable development, I have always aspired to bring forth the voices of young people on the world’s biggest platforms. Today, I am honored to announce that this aspiration is turning into reality.
I, Hardik Kumar Dewan, have been officially selected to attend the 2025 ECOSOC Youth Forum, which will take place in person from April 15 to 17 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, USA. As a representative of the Major Group for Children and Youth (MGCY), INDIA, I will have the privilege to engage with global leaders, policymakers, and youth representatives to address some of the most pressing issues of our time.
About the ECOSOC Youth Forum 2025
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum is a high-level global platform where young leaders and representatives contribute to shaping international policies and decisions.
Official Webiste: https://ecosoc.un.org/en/what-we-do/ecosoc-youth-forum/about-youth-forum/ecosoc-youth-forum-2025
The 2025 forum is convened under the theme:
“Youth at the Forefront: Leveraging Science and Social Inclusion for Sustainable Development”
The forum will focus on critical Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) under review at the 2025 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), including:
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 14 – Life Below Water
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Additionally, discussions will contribute to major global agendas such as:
✔️ The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development
✔️ The Second World Summit for Social Development
My Mission at the UN
As a firm believer in youth empowerment, climate action, education, and policy reforms, I will be focusing on the following key topics:
🔹 Climate Action & Sustainability – Highlighting initiatives such as Greenify India and the role of young people in environmental conservation.
🔹 Youth Leadership & Political Participation – Advocating for greater involvement of youth in governance and decision-making processes.
🔹 Education & Technological Innovation – Emphasizing the need for accessible digital education, skill-building, and youth-driven innovation.
🔹 Gender Equality & Social Inclusion – Discussing policies that ensure equal opportunities and representation for all.
