The Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) agenda is a global framework that recognizes the crucial role of young people in promoting and maintaining peace and security. The agenda emerged as a response to the distinct challenges faced by youth in conflict-affected areas and aims to empower young individuals as key contributors to peacebuilding and conflict resolution. The United Nations Security Council Resolution 2250, adopted in 2015, was a landmark development that formally acknowledged the importance of youth in the maintenance and promotion of international peace and security;
Key components of the Youth, Peace, and Security Agenda include:
The significance of the Youth, Peace, and Security Agenda lies in its potential to:
Harness the Potential of Youth: Acknowledge and leverage the unique perspectives, energy, and creativity of young people in peacebuilding efforts.
Address Root Causes of Conflict: By actively involving youth in prevention and resolution strategies, the agenda seeks to address the underlying causes of conflict, including socio-economic inequality, political instability, and discrimination.
Build Sustainable Peace: Recognizing that sustainable peace requires the active participation and commitment of all segments of society, including the youth demographic.
– Promote Social Inclusion: Counteract the marginalization of young people by promoting their inclusion in decision-making processes and ensuring their voices are heard in matters that affect their communities and nations.
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