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SustainUS Bylaws Amendment Passes!

Thanks to all of the SustainUS members who voted on the latest amendment to our bylaws! The amendment passed, increasing the leadership opportunities available to youth. To recap what this means, any youth 29 and...
Tips for strong youth leadership

Knowing the nuances of navigating leadership is something that comes with years of experience, but sometimes we don't have years to develop experience. In the video Mary Shindler explores some techniques for strong leadership and...
Don't tell your daughter not to go out, tell your son to behave properly

A few weeks ago, the 57th session of the United Nations annual Commission on the Status of Women brought together countries’ representatives and members of civil society organizations in New York City. Delegations from countries...

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Now Accepting Applications for CSocD

Applications are now being accepted for the SustainUS delegation to the 46th Session of the United Nations Commission on Social Development, taking place at the United Nations Headquarters this February.

Apply Now, applications are due December 14th.

Delegates head to 2013 UN Commission on Social Development

An outstanding group of young people set out for UN headquarters in New York for this year's Commission on Social Development (Csocd-51) from February 6-15. The theme of CSocD-51 is "Promoting empowerment of people in achieving poverty eradication, social integration and full employment and decent work for all." This Agents of Change delegation will be engaging in the policy discussion by developing and giving policy statements, working with other NGOs and youth, and finding ways to advance the SustainUS sustainable development policy position around CSocD.

Meet the delegates and learn more about their interests.

Read more: Delegates head to 2013 UN Commission on Social Development

Introducing the CSocD-45 Delegation

The 45th Commision on Social Development starts Wednesday, February 7th. Please read the bios for the delegates who will were chosen, and a thank you to all those who applied.