Celebrating International Youth Day: A Guide to Understanding and Gifting

International Youth Day has always been exciting. Whether you are wondering about the observation, gifting, and/or celebration, we've got you covered. 

About International Youth Day

International Youth Day is celebrated annually on August 12th. It is an important world event dedicated to recognizing the contributions of young people around the globe. The United Nations established the day in 1999. The day aims to celebrate the roles of young people in today's global society. 

There are various interesting activities whose intention is to observe the International Youth Day. 

This special day is unique every year since the UN selects a theme to focus on specific challenges. Past themes have ranged from education to employment to mental health.  

Meanwhile, this year's celebration theme is "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development." 

Observing International Youth Day

Various observations of International Youth Day include educational workshops, cultural events, and community service projects. The events usually involve multiple entities, including governments, youth organizations, and relevant communities, working together. There are also conferences and discussion forums (both offline and online) that give youngsters a platform to speak and make presentations. 

Gift Ideas for International Youth Day

Choosing a gift for International Youth Day can be a great way to show your appreciation and support for the young people in your life. The recipients can be anyone from your family, friends, or acquaintances. 

Book and Educational Resources

Books can be the safest option since they can be easily obtained online or offline. However, make sure that the books you choose are suitable for your recipient's preferences. 

Tech Gadgets

Tech gadgets are popular among the youth. You can give them anything like tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, headsets, or anything. 

Skill Development Courses

Online courses or workshops that focus on developing skills can be great ideas. Visit websites like Skillshare, Coursera, or Udemy and find a course that is suitable for your recipient's preferences. 

Sports Equipment

For the physically active youth, you could give them sports equipment. Or, you could buy a gym membership for them. This gift can help them to encourage physical activity. 

Creative Kits

Creative kits are a wide topic. The choices are abundant depending on what niche your recipient is fond of. For instance, buy a drumset for a drummer-wannabe. Or you could get your recipient DIY craft kits to nurture their creativity. So, you will want to find their hobby and interest first before buying any gift.  

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