Forging a better future: projects empowering youngsters
Wed 15 Dec
Online panel discussion
“The youth of today are the leaders tomorrow”; this quote from Nelson Mandela is a widely known remark that encourages us to believe in our adolescents. Which projects are better positioned to make the difference? Who is behind them, how to impact a better future for all?
Time & Location
15 Dec 2021, 17:00 – 18:00 GMT
Online panel discussion
About the Conference
Youth empowerment is about equipping our youth with essential skills that help them to lead a better life later. Youth empowerment will help to increase their employability, contributing to the GDP of the nation and the national economy. Technology can facilitate positive psychosocial impacts, as well as increased social cohesion. We will discuss projects and skills that serve the cause of education for all, inclusivity, and employability with major actors in the field, aiming to inspire new projects. Making them grow and develop their skills.
Dr Katerina Zalamova is a recognised Smart Cities expert with a special interest in zero waste infrastructures and the circular economy, along with the adoption of digital infrastructures focused on economic development and social change.