Throughout the year, we have #YouthCoLabConnects, insights on the role of youth-led entrepreneurship from Youth Co:Lab ecosystem players. We have Paul Favila, the Banking Head and Citi Country Officer of Citi Philippines, who shares the importance of investing in youth.

Opportunity Alert! Are event planning, coordination, admin, logistics & procurement your expertise? UNDP is seeking a National UN Volunteer Specialist in Event Management and Project Admin (Assistant). Apply now by 9 August 2024: app.unv.org/opportunities/…

Check out this special Youth Co:Lab Summit 2024 bulletin! See a recap of how we celebrated, reflected, learned, and connected for a sustainable and inclusive future with over 290 participants across Asia-Pacific. bit.ly/YCLS24-bulletin

Meet Thinles Norboo, the visionary Co-Founder of Ladakh Basket in India. Inspired by his roots and a mission to support Ladakhi farmers, Thinles co-founded Ladakh Basket to preserve and showcase Indigenous heritage. #IDWIP2024

Meet Alinta Tatana, the inspiring Founder of ALINTA.co in Australia! As a proud Bundjalung and Maori woman, Alinta is driven by a passion for creating positive intergenerational change by offering quality, inclusive, and sustainable fashion. #IDWIP2024

Meet Emily Wong, Program Manager of Native Discovery in Malaysia. Emily leads efforts to co-create community-based tourism ventures with Orang Asli communities, boosting livelihoods & cultural discovery by showcasing the skills and stories of Indigenous peoples. #IDWIP2024

Meet PichMony Thay, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist at Impact Hub Phnom Penh in Cambodia. Passionate about mental health, gender issues, and youth empowerment, Mony is dedicated to creating a supportive ecosystem for all young social entrepreneurs. #IDWIP2024

Tomorrow, we celebrate the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples! Young Indigenous entrepreneurs are innovating to protect their lands and cultures while fostering sustainable development. Stay tuned for their impact stories! youthcolab.org/indigenous-peo… #IDWIP2024

This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, meet the winners of UN Development #EquatorPrize 2024! Hailing from 8 countries across Asia, Africa, Latin America & the Caribbean, their work shows how nature-based solutions led by Indigenous Peoples are key to tackling climate change: rb.gy/yz6a6s

Happy International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples! In this video, meet young leaders from #YouthCoLab and YECAP in Asia and the Pacific whose work supports the Indigenous communities in APAC and find out about their impact, cultural integration, and green innovation. #IDWIP2024

Read our latest #StoriesOfYouthCoLab, 'Honouring Indigenous Wisdom: Empowering Communities Through the Tradition of Jamu', by Intan Rahmaningtyas, Co-Founder of Lestari Jamuku and an alumna of #YouthCoLab, co-led by UNDP and Citi Foundation. 🔗 youthcolab.org/post/honouring… #IDWIP2024

We continue celebrating Indigenous community empowerment solutions through our #StartupSpotlight! Voice of Aroha, amplifies the voices of refugee and marginalized communities in New Zealand through storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement. 🔗 voiceofaroha.org.nz

Last call for applications for the #YouthCoLab Springboard Elevate 2024, a 3-month fellowship programme that supports purpose-driven social entrepreneurs. Apply here before 15 August 2024, 11:59 PM (GMT+7): forms.office.com/e/gS47WUUWBF Learn more: youthcolab.org/springboard-el…

For today's #StartupSpotlight of social enterprises with Indigenous community empowerment solutions, we have Nerdy Indigenous Art, a safe space where people can share art therapy with others through Services and Art Adventures. Learn more here: nerdyindigeniousart.com.au

Here's a #YouthCoLabStory of Indigenous community empowerment through entrepreneurship! Learn more about the journey of Lestari Jamuku, a social enterprise that originates from a profound appreciation for Indigenous traditions and a commitment to supporting these communities.

#Migration features in all aspects of our work especially #youth. To outline meaningful ways to engage the #diaspora and #indigenous youth moving to urban centers, we have invited Ehab Badwi Kavindya Thennakoon and Sokhon to a Q&A. Here are Ehab's reflections. linkedin.com/pulse/empoweri…

For today's #StartupSpotlight of alumni social enterprises with Indigenous community empowerment solutions, we have Spiral Farm House which promotes biodynamic organic farming and helps local farmers migrate away from dangerous chemical techniques. 🔗spiralfarmhouse.co

Watch the #YouthCoLabStory of DigiSwasthya Foundation: Transforming healthcare access in rural India through innovative technology. UNDP in Asia and the Pacific | Citi Foundation UNDP India

For today's #StartupSpotlight of Youth Co:Lab Springboard Programme alumni social enterprises with Indigenous community empowerment solutions, we have Kopi Donasi! Learn more about them here: kopidonna.com

We’re thrilled to welcome fellows from 18 countries to the Springboard Elevate Programme 2024! These changemakers are leading SDG initiatives to create more inclusive, equitable, and diverse communities. Join us in celebrating their journey! youthcolab.org/springboard-el…