Event Title:

Third Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC)
on the United Nations Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation

Date:

10 – 21 November 2025

Location:

United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), Kenya

Event Overview:

The Third Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC), convened by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), brings together governments, civil society, academia, and other stakeholders to advance discussions on establishing a new global framework for international tax cooperation. The session aims to foster fair, transparent, and inclusive tax systems that support sustainable development and reduce inequalities worldwide.

Our Participation:

As The Youth Café, we are proud to take part in this historic session. Our participation reinforces our mission to amplify youth voices in global decision-making processes and ensure that young people are meaningfully represented in economic governance and development dialogues. We will contribute perspectives on youth-inclusive tax justice, domestic resource mobilisation, and equitable development — all vital for shaping a fairer global financial future.

Our Focus Areas:

• Promoting youth engagement in global economic policy processes

• Highlighting the role of fair taxation in financing youth development and innovation

• Strengthening collaboration between youth networks, governments, and international bodies

Next Steps:

• Finalise registration and accreditation for the session

• Prepare policy insights and youth-driven recommendations

• Engage in plenary discussions and side events

• Share key takeaways and impact stories with our network

Join the Conversation:

We invite partners, stakeholders, and young advocates to follow our updates, engage with our reflections, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on fair and sustainable global tax systems.

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🔗 United Nations – Third Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee

Date: November 10 - November 19
Location: United Nations Office at Nairobi

The Youth Café is honored to announce its participation in the upcoming United Nations Forum on Financing for Sustainable Transformative Change (UNFCITC), organized by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) under its Financing for Sustainable Development Office.

This high-level forum serves as a platform for governments, international organizations, civil society, and private sector stakeholders to discuss innovative and inclusive financing strategies that accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

As an organization committed to empowering young people and advancing sustainable solutions across Africa, The Youth Café looks forward to contributing to discussions on how youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship can drive transformative financing models for inclusive development.

Through our participation, we aim to:

• Advocate for the inclusion of youth perspectives in global financing dialogues.

• Highlight community-driven models that bridge economic, social, and environmental priorities.

• Explore partnerships and financing opportunities that strengthen youth engagement in the global development agenda.

Stay tuned as we share insights, key outcomes, and reflections from the forum on how youth can play a leading role in financing a sustainable future.

Event Title:

High-Level Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly on the Appraisal of the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons

Dates:

24 – 25 November 2025

Location:

United Nations Headquarters, New York, USA

Event Overview:

The United Nations General Assembly will convene a High-Level Meeting to appraise the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons, bringing together Member States, civil society organizations, the private sector, and other stakeholders to assess global progress in the fight against human trafficking.
The meeting will review achievements, challenges, and emerging priorities since the last appraisal, culminating in the adoption of a Political Declaration to strengthen international cooperation and accelerate implementation of the Global Plan of Action.

Our Participation:

As The Youth Café, we are honoured to participate in this critical global forum. Our engagement underscores our commitment to championing youth voices, creative innovation, and social justice in addressing complex global challenges like human trafficking.
We aim to amplify youth perspectives in policy discussions, highlight innovative prevention approaches through youth-led and creative economy initiatives, and advocate for the inclusion of young people in decision-making processes that shape human rights and sustainable development outcomes.

Our Focus Areas:

• Advancing youth-centered strategies for preventing human trafficking.

• Promoting economic empowerment and safe livelihood pathways through the creative and digital economies.

• Strengthening policy dialogue between youth networks, governments, and global institutions.

• Building partnerships for data-driven and community-based solutions to exploitation and vulnerability.

Next Steps:

• Confirm accreditation and participation in the High-Level Meeting.

• Prepare youth-driven policy briefs and messages on anti-trafficking efforts.

• Engage in plenary sessions, side events, and bilateral discussions.

• Share insights and recommendations with our partners and audiences post-event.

Why This Matters:

Human trafficking remains one of the gravest violations of human dignity. By participating in this High-Level Meeting, The Youth Café continues to affirm its belief that empowering young people — through education, innovation, and opportunity — is central to building a world free from exploitation.

Learn more about the event:

🔗 United Nations – High-Level Meeting on the Appraisal of the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons