INVITATION TO PANEL FOR CONFERENCE ON SCIENCE COMMUNICATION
CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS
Webcast: The 8th UN Science and Technology Day Youth Dialogue 2025
The United Nations’ Department of Global Communications invites you to take part in the Youth Dialogue on the occasion of the 8th UN Science and Technology Day. This year’s Dialogue will take the form of a live-streamed webcast, to be hosted by the UN’s Headquarters in New York on 10 November 2025. The event will be held from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST, followed by a 30-minute Q&A session. The theme of the 2025 Science and Technology Day is: “Science for the Achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals: Unlocking the Potential of Youth”. The webcast will bring together inspiring young scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and youth advocates to discuss the following topics: * How science, technology, engineering, and mathematics can empower youth to promote and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. * The path to implementing STI education for the empowerment of youth. * How to cultivate an environment that nurtures and engages youth in pursuing careers in science and technology. * The role of media and technology in promoting scientific knowledge and education among youth. PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS Applicants selected to participate in the panel must be: * 18-25 years old * Knowledgeable about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) * Passionate about science, technology, or innovation * Able to speak clearly and concisely about the importance of science and technology * Comfortable with interacting with diverse audiences in a public setting * Available to participate in a short pre-conference briefing * Available to travel to New York City for the webcast on November 10, 2025 Please submit your application by September 1, 2025, to UN-SciTechYouthDialogue2025@un.org. Include a brief statement explaining why you would like to participate, and a link to a short video of yourself speaking about your motivations for pursuing a career in science, technology, or innovation. We encourage applications from young people of all backgrounds and perspectives. The selection committee will be looking for a diverse group of panelists who can represent the voices and experiences of youth around the world. Please note that participation in the panel is voluntary, and the UN will not be able to provide financial support for travel or accommodation costs. We hope to hear from you!
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