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You’re invited to attend a special seminar celebrating International Youth Day 2025, co-hosted by the\u00a0Burnet Institute\u00a0<\/a>and\u00a0Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI)<\/a>. This seminar will present key findings and recommendations from the\u00a0second Lancet Commission on adolescent health and wellbeing,<\/a>\u00a0and showcase some examples of research that respond to the Commission’s recommendations.<\/p>\n The second Lancet Commission on adolescent health and wellbeing<\/b> However, current funding is insufficient, with adolescent health initiatives receiving only 2.4% of total development assistance for health in 2016\u201321.\u00a0With a rising burden of non-communicable diseases and mental health disorders among adolescents, we must advocate for meaningful investments and collaboration across sectors to address the unique challenges facing today\u2019s youth.<\/p>\n Youth Localising the SDGs<\/b> With over 65% of SDG targets linked to local governance, youth engagement is not just beneficial, it’s essential! Young people bring creativity, insight, and deep community connections that bridge the gap between policy and practice.<\/p>\n As we approach the 2030 deadline, it’s crucial to invest and integrate youth priorities into inclusive policies and programs that empower local and regional youth actions. By fostering partnerships between youth organisations and local governments, we can create spaces for innovation, mentorship, and civic engagement. This approach not only accelerates SDG implementation but also nurtures future community leaders and changemakers, ensuring a sustainable and equitable future for all.<\/p>\n 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm<\/b><\/p>\n 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm <\/b><\/p>\n This is a hybrid event, hosted at the Burnet Institute, Level 3 Djeembana Seminar Rooms 1-2 and online.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\nWith a global population of 1.96 billion adolescents (24% of the world’s population), ensuring their health is crucial for our future. This new Commission provides an evidence-based guide to act now and in the post SDG era and emphasises that investing in adolescent health yields a \u201ctriple dividend\u201d – benefits for young people today, the adults they will become, and the next generation.<\/p>\n
\nAs we celebrate International Youth Day 2025, we recognise the pivotal role of young people in localising the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year’s theme, “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” underscores the unique ability of youth to transform global ambitions into community-driven realities, and aligns with the Commissions call for urgent action.<\/p>\nInternational Youth Day special seminar<\/b><\/h3>\n
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