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Empowering Youth for a Digital Future: Join UNIDO and AIESEC at the 2025 Youth Speak Forum

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), in collaboration with AIESEC, is proud to announce the Youth Speak Forum 2025 and Youth Innovation Initiative, taking place on 30th May 2025 at the Vienna International Centre. 

This year’s Forum, aligned with the UN Youth 2030 Strategy, is designed to empower young people not only as beneficiaries but as active creators, innovators, and leaders driving inclusive and sustainable local economic transformation. More than 100 youth entrepreneurs from around the world will gather to present bold, innovative solutions focused on the theme: “Empowering Youth in Rural Areas to Bridge the Digital Skills Gap.” 

Turning Ideas into Action 

The most promising ideas presented at the Forum will receive support from UNIDO to scale and implement their innovations. These winning solutions will be showcased at the UNIDO General Conference in 2025, offering a global platform for youth-driven impact. 

How Can You Get Involved? 

Through this initiative, UNIDO, in collaboration with youth-led organizations and industry partners, seeks to leverage the opportunities of Industry 4.0, directly advancing Objectives of the Global Digital Compact. By equipping youth in rural areas with essential digital skills—technical, entrepreneurial, and soft skills—we ensure they are prepared to thrive in the digital economy. 

UNIDO and AIESEC invite stakeholders, industry leaders, and mission-aligned organizations to actively engage, shaping the future by empowering youth and driving innovation within the digital economy 

  • Become a Sponsorship or Donation Partner 
    Help ensure equitable access to the Forum and provide essential support for youth innovations—through travel sponsorship, technology, funding, or mentorship. 
  • Host a Workshop 
    Share your expertise on digitalization, AI, innovation, or entrepreneurship to inspire and equip youth participants. 
  • Join Our Networking Space 
    Showcase your organization’s commitment to youth empowerment and connect directly with change-makers and potential future collaborators. 

Why Partner with Us? 

  • Creative Brand Promotion 
    Align with the Youth2030 Agenda and highlight your organization’s role in shaping a more inclusive digital future. 
  • Branded Visibility 
    Benefit from physical and digital brand presence at the Forum and at the 2025 General Conference. 
  • Exclusive Access 
    Discover innovative youth-led projects with partnership or investment potential. 
  • Networking Opportunities 
    Engage with global leaders, development agencies, and private-sector executives. 
  • Tangible Impact 
    Contribute directly to bridging the digital divide in underserved communities. 

  

Together, we are co-creating solutions for youth, by youth, placing young people at the forefront of shaping the future. 

Thank you for considering this opportunity to engage with the next generation of industry leaders.

To contribute, please reach out to: Vanja Maric,  Alwin Paul John

Be Part of the Global Youth Movement. Empower Future Generations 
For more details on how to participate or support, please refer to the Info Booklet. 

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