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Excerpt from unicef.org/

A first-of-its-kind summit placing young people at the forefront of discussions on the challenges facing Small Island Developing States (SIDS) was officially launched on Monday. The SIDS Children and Youth Action Summit will bring together 60 young delegates to drive “meaningful change” on a range of issues threatening the future of SIDS.

The event, facilitated by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, the Ashley Lashley Foundation and UNICEF began the countdown to the groundbreaking Summit which will take place from 24-26 May ahead of the 4th International Conference on SIDS in Antigua and Barbuda.

Prime Minister Wants to “Activate” Youth Engagement

Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Gaston Browne described the summit as “a pivotal gathering amplifying the voices of children and youth.” Addressing young people directly, he added, “We expect active engagement, innovative ideas, and bold initiatives. Your voices matter and will shape the outcomes.”