Youth and Student Programs

UNA-USA has a growing network of youth leaders advocating for global progress on the world stage. No matter what global issue you’re passionate about, there’s a way to take action with UNA-USA.

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UNA-USA Youth Observer to the UN

The UNA-USA Youth Observer is your connection to the UN. Appointed annually by UNA-USA, the Youth Observer elevates young American voices in the global policy dialogue around international issues. For a one-year term, an American between the ages of 18-25 is selected to engage and connect young people in the U.S. to the work of the United Nations. 

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2023 Youth Priorities Report

In August 2023, UNA-USA Youth Observer Ose Ehianeta Arheghan embarked on a virtual listening tour to hear directly from young people across the country about their concerns, hopes, and visions for the future.

Read the report to discover Ose’s key findings.

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Declaration of Human Rights by American Youth

Declaration of Human Rights by American Youth

Led by the UNA-USA Youth Observer to the UN, the 2023 Declaration of Human Rights by American Youth will bring together youth and human rights advocates from across the United States to showcase their commitment to solving the world’s most pressing issues.

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Global Goals Service Resume

UNA-USA members are local leaders for the UN’s Global Goals – and now we have a new tool for you to demonstrate your work to your peers, faculty members, and future employers. UNA-USA and InnerView Technologies have embarked on a new partnership with the aim to help young change-makers explore the UN Global Goals, engage in volunteer efforts in their community and develop a service resume.  You can use the Innerview mobile app to demonstrate your impact.

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Seton Hall UN Intensive Summer Study Program

The United Nations Intensive Summer Study Program, designed for graduate students, advanced undergraduates, and mid-career professionals, immerses participants in the political dynamics of the UN. Students spend a week learning the inner workings of the UN by coming together with distinguished practitioners working in the field of multilateral diplomacy. Participants attend official sessions at UN Headquarters, including meetings of the Security Council, briefings with UNA-USA, and meetings at the United Nations Foundation.

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AI for SDGs Series

The UNA Youth Affinity Group is launching the AI For SDGs Campaign from March 5 to June 4, 2025. This 17-week campaign will explore how AI and emerging technologies impact all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. UNA-USA members, Global Goals Ambassadors, Affinity Group leadership, and youth leaders will advocate for the sustainable development of AI for global good. The campaign includes social media promotions and weekly virtual Conversation Circles featuring key speakers. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from UNA-USA at the end of the project.

Participants must register for each Conversation Circle separately.

More information about the initiative can be found here.

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