New UN Review Highlights Youth Role in Climate, Peace, and Security

Jun 4, 2025 | Tara Abhasakun
Peace News
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Across the globe, 698 million young people between the ages of 15 and 35 live in fragile and conflict-affected settings, according to the United Nations (UN). Conflict has a unique impact on young people. Youth in conflict zones often struggle to obtain education, and in some cases are pressured or forced to join armed groups. However, youth also have the potential to create powerful change.