The Indian Government recently launched YuWaah, a multi-stakeholder platform designed to prepare young people for their careers. This initiative was born out of a pact between the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the ‘Statement of Intent’ to establish Generation Unlimited in India, otherwise known as YuWaah.
Introduction to Generation Unlimited (GenU)
GenU is an international entity established in September 2018 with the sole purpose of transforming education, employment, and entrepreneurial outcomes for young people worldwide. This is accomplished by uniting partners from both business and government sectors, leveraging the reach and network of the United Nations (UN). UNICEF unveiled GenU at the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly.
YuWaah: Objectives and Its Approach
Key among YuWaah’s priorities are:
– Delivering career guidance to young individuals through both an online portal and sessions focused on self-exploration and job readiness, ultimately making young people ready for their careers.
– Offering entrepreneurship classes facilitated by successful entrepreneurs and experts to provide necessary support to young people.
– Creating connections with aspirational economic opportunities to link young people to relevant jobs or self-employment. Here, innovative solutions and technology platforms will be utilized to expand the scale and reach.
– Upskilling young people by teaching 21st-century skills, life skills, and digital skills, and supporting them through self-learning to prepare them for productive lives and future work scenarios.
Effect of Yuwaah
This program signifies a meaningful contribution to the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan by empowering the youth of the nation. It also brings a stronger focus to existing policies like the National Youth Policy, 2014, which aligns with the goals of the project.
About United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is a special program of the United Nations, devoted to aiding national attempts to improve the health, nutrition, education, and general welfare of children. The UN created UNICEF in 1946 as the International Children’s Emergency Fund (ICEF) under the United Nations Relief Rehabilitation Administration to help children affected by World War II. UNICEF gained permanent status within the United Nations structure in 1953. Although the name was shortened to United Nations Children’s Fund, it is still popularly known as UNICEF.
These efforts by the Government mark an important step towards creating a future-ready generation that will contribute not only to India’s growth but also play a part in driving the global economy. With strategic partnerships and a strong focus on relevant 21st-century skills, YuWaah is poised to transform the lives of young people in India.
