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WELCOME TO THE

UNCCD Youth Caucus

Official youth Constituency of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification

The Global Youth Caucus on Land and Desertification (UNCCD Youth Caucus) is the formal and dedicated children and youth engagement mechanism of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)

UNCCD Youth Caucus

MISSION

The UNCCD Youth Caucus (UYC) seeks to promote youth engagement in all Desertification, Land Degradation, and Drought-related initiatives in the multilateral system of the UNCCD.

VISION

The UNCCD Youth Caucus aligns itself with the vision of the UN Major Group for Children and Youth (MGCY) and seeks to build a world on the collective principles of solidarity, justice, diversity, equity, universality, inclusion, human rights, and the integrity of the planet. We strive for a resilient world where young people and all rights holders in all their diversity are equals in decision-making.

Empower Youth to Lead and Advocate

Empower Youth to Lead and Advocate

Raise Awareness and Amplify Youth Voices

Raise Awareness and Amplify Youth Voices

Strenghten Youth Capacity Building

Strenghten Youth Capacity Building

Promote Active Youth Engagement

Promote Active Youth Engagement

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITY

UNCCD Youth Caucus Monthly Constituency Call

UNCCD Youth Caucus Monthly Constituency Call

October Session

Saturday, 25 October 2025
16:00 - 18:00 CET
Online | Open to all youth
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