Esperanza: Youth for Intergenerational Solidarity
The long fight against poverty has had limited real and sustainable results. However, the current focus on social inclusion as essential to the eradication of poverty has brought renewed energy and vision to the battle. It is universally agreed upon that special attention must be given to youth as one of the most vulnerable groups […]
World Youth Alliance Oral Statement at the 49th UN Commission on Social Development.
New York, February 14, 2011 Thank you Mr. Chair, esteemed delegates and members of civil society. 1. The World Youth Alliance, a global coalition of young people promoting the dignity of the human person in policy and culture, welcomes the opportunity to review the current year’s priority theme for the Commission for Social Development: poverty […]
Esperanza!
Here is the last conference journal of the World Youth Alliance!! The first issue discussed in this publication is “Youth for Intergenerational Solidarity”.Bernadette, 28, an European Intern from France at the WYA’s North America gives her testimony on poverty eradication. Have a look on it right now!
ESPERANZA: Youth For Intergenerational Solidarity
On the 49th Commission on Social Development – February 15, 2011 The long fight against poverty has had limited real and sustainable results. However, the current focus on social inclusion as essential to the eradication of poverty has brought renewed energy and vision to the battle. It is universally agreed upon that special attention must […]
Volunteers Caught on Camera!
Members of the World Youth Alliance have been spotted in New York City volunteering their time in various ways. At the close of 2010, Sabrina Limchayseng, Monique Smallman, Aisling Coffey, and Caitlin Bonner from Saint Ignatius Loyola School spent an afternoon wrapping gifts for holiday shoppers at a local Barnes&Noble bookstore. The girls had the […]
WYA Asia Pacific Response to “The Responsible Parenthood, Reproductive Health and Population and Development Act of 2011”
The Responsible Parenthood, Reproductive Health and Population and Development Act of 2011 violates international human rights to freedom of conscience, thought and belief that are enshrined in Philippine law. These rights are protected in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and […]
New Ubuchindami Movie Night!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Dear WYA friends! We have the pleasure to invite you to the next Ubuchindami* Movie Night that will take place this Wednesday 9th of February, 2011, at 19.30h, in Brussels (for the location please check the flyer) The selected films portray broad elements of the truth and transcendental nature of the […]
¡Nosotros También Podremos!
Primer Track A Presencial en Venezuela Es extraordinario lo que puede pasar dentro de nosotros, sólo con sentarnos a reflexionar sobre lo que es la dignidad, algo sobre lo que todos hablamos pero que difícilmente podemos definir y que, peor aún, si no conocemos, menos estaramos en capacidad de defender, aunque sea parte de nuestra […]
Through the Lens of an Artist
On December 9th, the World Youth Alliance held its second Art Speaks Coffee House during which a talented array of young artists and musicians presented their work to convey the value of the human person. One such artist, a student photographer from Marymount Manhattan College, illustrated that finding beauty in New York City was just […]
Are YOU Interested in Valuable Leadership Training?
WYA North America is currently accepting requests for enrollment in its online spring training program! Course #: NAS11 Enrollment Period: January 18, 2011-February 8, 2011 End Date of Course: April 25, 2011 Offered to provide in-depth training to young leaders, this online training program requires an intensive commitment on behalf of our members. Training is […]