August 12th is International Youth Day as declared by the United Nations National Assembly, welcoming the mobilization of youth globally around a common issue and theme annually.

  This year’s theme is “Dialogue and Mutual Understanding”.

The International Youth Day theme, “Dialogue and Mutual Understanding” reaffirms the importance of uniting on a common issue and brings to light the challenges around gaining respect by government stakeholders to bring about positive change for young workers.

Please click on the following link for more information and to find out how the Canadian Labour Congress is helping to make a difference:  http://www.canadianlabour.ca/news-room/statements/international-youth-day-statement-dialogue-and-mutual-understanding