:: Spotlight

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Deepak Chopra "GYAN's work embodies the new consciousness youth are bringing into the world: hope, cooperation & a deep sense of our common humanity."
- Deepak Chopra, MD
Karolina Kurkova

"Working with GYAN has allowed me to meet the new generation that will lead us into the future."
- Karolína Kurková

Karolina Kurkova

"GYAN harnesses the energy of young people [..] their work is critically important."
- Dr. Jane Goodall

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:: Chat The Planet.com
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:: Global Youth Coalition on AIDS
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:: MDG Youth Portal
Web site to engage youth in the Millennium Development Goals.
 
 
:: About Us

The Global Youth Action Network (GYAN) is a youth-led 501c3, not-for-profit organization, launched in 1999 and registered in New York, Mexico City, Accra... More here.

  Our mission is to:
:: facilitate youth participation and intergenerational partnership in global decision-making;
::support collaboration among diverse youth organizations; and
::provide tools, resources, and recognition for positive youth action.
UNICEF logo GYAN featured in Teen Guide to Global Action
Barbara A. Lewis knows young people can change the world. The book features real-life stories to inspire young leaders (many provided by GYAN), plus a rich menu of opportunities, facts, tools and resources. It can be purchased on-line.
Debating Globalization GYAN France/Editions Biliki launch book on Globalization
Youth from around the world discuss the controversial issues from both sides of the debate. "I am happy to commend this book [..] on the important issues of our day" -Bhichai Rattakul, frmr Deputy Prime Minister, Thailand See web or buy on Amazon.com
:: Our Members
:: OUR MEMBERS
More than 1,000 organizations have applied for membership in GYAN. We connect over 10,000 in over 180 countries. Learn more or apply here!
:: OUR VISION
GYAN believes that critical issues facing the planet now demand our attention and action; and that if we are to solve these problems in our life, then we must act, and combine our efforts to guarantee a future of peace, justice and sustainability.
:: Announcements

GYAN Annual Report released!
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GYAN welcomes Ms. Franziska Seel as its new Executive Director! The staff looks forward to the continued participation of Benjamin Quinto in a support capacity during this exciting transition phase. See the announcement in the newsletter.

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    :: Check out GYAN's Guide to the Global Youth Movement. Advance requests for a revised version may be made by e-mail.
     

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      Millenium Development Goals

    :: Read GYAN's MDG Strategy
    :: Read the Youth & MDG's Report
    :: Check out the MDG Youth Portal
    :: Check out MDG Youth Campaign Kit

     
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