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Ghana's National Youth Authority brought together government agencies for a day of sports, games, and friendly competition at Accra Sports Stadium. The inter-agency gala is part of month-long celebrations promoting youth engagement across the country.
Morocco's youth football development program has impressed FIFA so much that the organization plans to replicate it across Africa. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation earned the recognition after two FIFA inspection visits revealed exceptional training methods and infrastructure.
A Korean startup program has transformed 275 young companies since 2020, creating 93 jobs and generating $5 million in sales. The academy offers up to $75,000 in funding plus mentorship, investment connections, and global expansion support.
A proven housing model that's helped thousands of young Australians find stable homes is coming to the Northern Territory, where youth homelessness rates are the nation's highest. Advocates say youth foyers have achieved over 80% success rates in transitioning young people into safe housing.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan celebrated the nation's young people as architects of the future on International Youth Day. His message highlights how investing in youth drives national progress and global leadership.
Ghana's CEO of the National Youth Authority just challenged the world to stop treating young people as an afterthought. At Oxford University, he shared how Ghana's youth-first approach could transform nations.
Twenty-nine young people who left traditional school just proved that giving up is never the end of the story. Through Georgia's Youth Success Academy, they earned high school diplomas and a fresh start at building their futures.
A Scottish Scout troop is bringing back their beloved Lego fundraiser after last year's success, turning their hall into a brick builder's paradise. The family-friendly event supports local youth programs while giving Lego fans a chance to play, build, and explore.
Basketball champion Sonja Greinacher is taking her Olympic success to the next generation. The German 3x3 basketball gold medalist will inspire young athletes at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.
A small Manitoba community just proved that cookies really can change lives. Local Tim Hortons locations sold 20,500 Smile Cookies in one week, raising nearly $41,000 for Youth for Christ programs serving at-risk teens.
Four-time Grammy nominee Jeffrey Osborne has channeled his success into giving back, with his foundation donating over $1.5 million to Rhode Island youth programs since 2012. Through an annual celebrity golf tournament, the Providence native proves that hometown heroes can create lasting change.
Zimbabwean teenage athletes are preparing for the 2024 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, the first Olympic event ever hosted on African soil. The historic Games represent a breakthrough moment for young African athletes competing close to home.
Young people across five Ghanaian districts are getting a seat at the table where local development decisions get made. A new dialogue program is breaking down barriers that kept youth voices out of city planning and budget decisions.
Spain's women's youth basketball teams have achieved something remarkable: 20 consecutive podium finishes across international competitions since 2022. The streak showcases one of the most dominant runs in youth sports history.
Ghana is gearing up to send young athletes to Africa's historic first Youth Olympic Games in Senegal this fall, with plans that go far beyond winning medals. The team aims to develop competitors who return home as changemakers and global ambassadors.
A Ghanaian police detective is sounding the alarm on predatory network marketing schemes luring young people into overcrowded living conditions and financial ruin. His call to action is sparking national attention on protecting Ghana's most valuable resource: its youth.
When 13-year-old Kaya became homeless, she found hope at Passages, a youth hub helping hundreds of young Australians rebuild their lives. The Perth center proves that basics like showers and hot meals can be the foundation for real change.
A youth-led giving circle just celebrated two years of charitable donations by helping hundreds of feral cats get the care they need. The 100 Kids for Change Oceanside group is racing toward 100 members with help from local service clubs.
After facing national political tensions, MP Esmah Lahlah is returning to where her heart leads her: fighting for young people at the city level. The 46-year-old will lead Amsterdam's education, youth employment, and youth care as the city's newest alderman.
England's poorest coastal town just secured the future of its last youth center after a community campaign won a government grant worth over $500,000. The Pie Factory Music can now stay open for the next generation of young people who need it most.
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