"Youth deserve our full commitment - full access to education, adequate healthcare, employment opportunities, financial services and full participation in public life."
United Nations Secretary-General
Ban Ki-moon
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12 August 2010 marks the start of the International Year of the Youth. Member States of the United Nations recognize that young people in all countries are a major human resource for development, positive social change and technological innovation. Their ideals, energy and vision are essential for the continuing development of their societies. Young people are not merely passive beneficiaries but effective agents of change. Dedicated, enthusiastic and creative, youth have been contributing to development by addressing society's most challenging issues.
Throughout the year the United Nations encourages the ideals of peace, freedom, progress and solidarity towards the promotion of youth development and the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals.
To kick-off this special year we would like to invite youth to come visit the UN in Vienna and find out all about the important work that goes on here and how they can get involved, be heard and contribute. Free guided tours (for anyone aged 26 and under) will take place from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (subject to availability) and there will be information stands and resource persons available throughout the day.
For security reasons, you must bring an official photo ID! The Youth Open Day is a special promotional event and does not guarantee access to the VIC.
When: 12 August 2010, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (last tour)
Where: Vienna International Centre, U1: VIC - Kaisermühlen
What: Free guided tours for anyone aged 26 and under to celebrate the beginning of the International Year of Youth.
Valid official photo ID required!
