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Was it Meaningful? Reflections on the ECOSOC Youth Forum and the Future of Youth Engagement at the UN

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About Event

The UN’s ECOSOC Youth Forum takes place from 15 to 17 April 2025 in New York and is meant to be a space for young people to engage with global processes, share priorities, and propose solutions. But after the spotlight fades, what remains?

This 30-minute GSF session offers a space to reflect: Was the event meaningful? Were youth voices truly heard? And what does it say about the state of youth and student engagement at the UN?

The event welcomes everyone—those who joined in New York, tuned in online, or couldn’t attend but want to hear how it went and what comes next.

Structure

Welcome and intro
Reflections
- What worked?
- What felt performative?
- What’s needed going forward?
Open Mic & Chat Reactions
Attendees drop thoughts in the chat or request the mic to share a one-minute reaction or insight.