International Youth Day

International Youth Day is a political awareness day designated by the United Nations and it is observed on 12 August since the year 2000. 

The purpose is to draw attention to cultural and legal issues surrounding an endangered demographic. It is meant as an opportunity for governments and others to draw attention to youth issues worldwide. Concerts, workshops, cultural events, and meetings involving national and local government officials and youth organisations take place around the world.


 * NB: It is not to be confused with World Youth Day