These are the countries where child marriage is legal
Sep 26, 2016 · Meet the young woman who helped end child marriage in Tanzania facts about child marriage However, almost two thirds of the countries (117) allow children to marry. Even in countries that stipulate a minimum age of 18, many have exemptions to the rule.
The Forum of Young Global Leaders - The World Economic Forum
Now in its 20th year, the Forum of Young Global Leaders continues to cultivate and support inspiring leaders committed to forging positive change. “For the past 20 years, we have embarked on a journey to identify, support and facilitate connections between young leaders who are committed to improving the state of the world.
Young people hold the key to creating a better future
Aug 12, 2021 · Young people are also the best placed to lead this transformation. In the past 10 years of working with the World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers Community, a network of people between the ages of 20 and 30 working to address problems in more than 450 cities around the world, I’ve seen first-hand that they are the ones with the most innovative ideas …
Young Global Leaders Alumni - The World Economic Forum
All Young Global Leaders are eligible to join the Alumni Community – thus continuing their leadership journey with the Forum of Young Global Leaders and maintaining their engagement in all World Economic Forum activities, through their intellectual and financial contributions to improve the state of the world. Alumni serve as stewards of the Community – vetting nominees …
10 of the young scientists shaping our future | World Economic …
Sep 18, 2018 · Here are 10 of the most exciting young scientists working in the world today. They’re just a small sample of the 52 Young Scientists who will converge in Tianjin at the Annual Meeting of New Champions this year, under the theme of Shaping Innovative Societies in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Collectively, they might make you feel more ...
3 biggest issues affecting youth today - The World Economic Forum
Jan 15, 2020 · A group of 10 young leaders, all under the age of 20, will be attending this year’s World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos for the first time. Alongside their – slightly older – peers among the Global Shapers Community , they will be championing the involvement of the next generation in policy decisions that will affect them for ...
Meet the 2014 class of Young Global Leaders | World Economic …
Mar 11, 2014 · The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Incorporated as a not-for-profit foundation in 1971, and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Forum is tied to no …
The young leaders driving nature and climate solutions in Davos …
Jan 25, 2024 · Young changemakers around the world are trailblazing new approaches, perspectives and solutions to tackle the climate crisis and biodiversity loss. Twenty-two youth delegates at Davos 2024, this year’s Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, brought ecopreneurship, innovation, advocacy and education to help safeguard and restore the planet.
The catalysing collective: Announcing the Class of 2024
Apr 4, 2024 · Against this backdrop, the Forum of Young Global Leaders welcomes the Class of 2024. For over two decades, the Forum for Young Global Leaders has been at the forefront of identifying and uniting the world's most promising leaders under 40, fostering a community of exceptional individuals committed to driving positive change and supporting them in tackling …
Justin Trudeau | World Economic Forum
Justin Trudeau (born December 25, 1971) is Canada’s 23rd Prime Minister. Justin’s vision of Canada is a country where everyone has a real and fair chance to succeed. His experiences as a teacher, father, leader, and advocate for youth have shaped his dedication to Canadians – and his commitment to make Canada a place where everyone has the opportunities they need to …