A National youth convention is planned in partnership with UNICEF and other youth organizations in India from 28th to 30th in Bangalore. The purpose of this convention is to create a Platform to Voice of Youth to fight against HIV and AIDS along with take up issues that affecting young people in the country. The program is being organised in association with organisations such as ICYO (Indian Committee of Youth Organisations), New Delhi, CARDTS, Bangalore, CYDA Pune and other youth organisations and networks from different parts of India, This youth convention will bring together over 400 youth from different parts of the country to reemphasise the importance of youth and community mobilisation and explore and bring about a greater understanding of roles and responsibilities of youth in society: how youth can be a strong force for change, both internal (Self) and external (community); how youth can link with other members of society; mobilising youth for action in the community; services and information needs of youth with a special focus on HIV and AIDS. This will be done through plenary, panel discussions and skill workshops and exhibitions. The participants have to reach Bangalore on 27th May while the departure is 31st May 2008. The Youth groups/ organisations from India can nominate the 3-4 youth between 18 to 24 years to join this programme. The organisers will take care of the Logistics, food, accommodation and expenses of transportation from Banglore Railway Station to programme Venue and back to Railway station. The travel expenses to and fro Bangalore shall be born by participating organisations. There is no financial support available. Interested organisations have to send the names, age, organization’s detail and contact information to youth4changeindia@gmail.com
INDIA: National Youth Convention
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