The youths are an important group vital to the sustenance of the food system and its supply. So, there is the need to support and include them in deepening efforts geared towards restoring the planet and protecting life while integrating biodiversity in the transformation of food systems: notwithstanding the challenges still posed by the COVID-19 pandemic to the resilience of the food systems for them.
As we celebrate the International Youth Day today, we encourage every youth to focus more on working towards a more equitable food system, and make informed decisions on food choices for their health and that of others.
However, it is important to note that young people can only achieve this through education, engagement, innovation and entrepreneurial solutions, and capacity building. We enjoin individuals, agencies, organizations and governments to rise to the occasion by providing these supports to our youth through this phase of celebration and beyond.
Happy International Youth Day to our resilient youth!
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