The European Commission and the United Nations reiterated their support for global environmental multilateralism at a meeting. The high-level meeting held in Brussels, where Jessika Roswall, Commissioner for the Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy,met with Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), enabled both institutions to align their […]
Participation – EU-United Nations Youth Delegates
Shape global policy and represent young Europeans at the United Nations! The European Union, in cooperation with the European Youth Forum and National Youth Councils, is seeking two passionate young people to serve as EU Youth Delegates to the UN for a 12-month mandate starting in September 2026. Delegates tasks Represent the EU at the […]
Fighting cybercrime: EU to sign UN Convention on cybercrime
Last October 13th, the Council adopted a decision authorising the European Commission and member states to sign a United Nations Convention against cybercrime. The Convention is an international treaty which puts in place common rules at global level to enhance cooperation on cybercrime and the exchange of evidence in electronic form for the purpose of […]
Fellowships – Millenium Fellowship
The Millennium Fellowship is a semester-long leadership development programme on students’ campus. organised by the United Nations Academic Impact and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN) to develop students’ leadership skills. Who can apply 18+ undergraduate students enrolled in a college or university for the entire duration of the programme, and in good standing at that […]
Volunteering – UN Youth Volunteers
The United Nations Youth Volunteer programme is designed for motivated individuals aged 18-29 who are eager to contribute to development and peace initiatives worldwide. Who can apply Young people worldwide who are under 29 for the entire duration of their service. Their educational background and experience required varies by assignment, but generally work experience over […]
EU and OEACP reaffirm commitment to global sustainable development
The EU and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OASECP) have issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to the United Nations 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the 4th UN Conference on Financing for Development. In a declaration adopted last July 1 by the Council of the EU, the […]
EU local leaders launch coalition of coastal regions at the UN Ocean Conference
Regions and cities come together in Nice to strengthen coastal adaptation and shape inclusive global ocean governance. The UN Ocean Conference 2025 is taking place in Nice (France) from 7-13 June, jointly organised by France and Costa Rica. The delegation of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) is joining forces with other EU institutions, […]
Volunteering – UN Young Leaders for the SDGs
Launched by the United Nations the Young Leaders for the SDGs initiative selects 17 exceptional young individuals every two years who are leading efforts to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Who can apply Young people from 15 to 35 years old, from around the world, leading positive change towards a sustainable future. How […]
Volunteering – UN Youth – Several countries
The United Nations Youth Volunteer programme is designed for motivated individuals aged 18-29 who are eager to contribute to development and peace initiatives worldwide. Who can apply Young people worldwide who are under 29 for the entire duration of their service. Their educational background and experience required varies by assignment, but generally work experience over […]