This year’s youth day occurs as the lives and aspirations of young people continue to be upended by the COVID-19 pandemic. But this generation is resilient, resourceful and engaged. While there are young people who have risen to take action and volunteered to be Dessungs, there are many working as frontline health workers and digital innovators. There are peace builders promoting social cohesion at a time of social distancing, advancing harmony at a time of distress and agitation. Realizing the promise of this generation means investing far more in young people’s inclusion, participation, organizations and initiatives. Let’s do everything possible to enable the nation’s youth to enjoy lives of safety, dignity and opportunity and contribute to the fullest of their great potential. Happy International Youth Day, the theme for 2020, is “Youth Engagement for Global Action.” #internationalyouthday2020 #shapers #shapersthimphu
