Youth Action on Industrial Development
I said this statement this morning at the UN during a discussion about “Investing in energy and industrial development: challenges and opportunities.
“Youth advocate industrial development that ensures the safety of human health and the ecological integrity of our planet. Industrial Development often contributes to environmental problems, but industries that are aware of their social and environmental responsibility can also be part of the solution. Small-scale and youth led initiatives, financially supported through micro credit schemes, play a vital role in poverty eradication. (more…)



