Meaningful Youth Participation in Europe and Central Asia

Meaningful youth participation is foundational to success in implementing the ICPD Programme of Action and achieving the 2030 Agenda. This session will   convey examples of the power and pitfalls of youth participation and share lessons learned.  Using the Europe and Central Asia ICPD regional review process as an example,an inter-generational group of stakeholders and decision-makers will share their experiences, exchange best practices and suggest possible  solutions to pressing challenges. It will be an opportunity for participants to discuss methods tof increase accountability through youth participation. This session will be convened by several youth-led networks in the Europe and Central Asia region.