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KidsRights Index 2026: Children increasingly used as weapons of war and obesity reaches epidemic levels
Childhood obesity becomes a global pandemic
One in five children grow up within range of a war zone
Young people push gender equality forward: 2025 International Children’s Peace Prize Project Fund Impact Report is live
Young people push gender equality forward: 2025 International Children’s Peace Prize Project Fund Impact Report is live
Every year, KidsRights awards the International Children’s Peace Prize to a child who fights courageously for children’s rights. In addition to supporting the winners, KidsRights also supports projects of other young changemakers related to the winner’s theme.
Apply Now! State of Youth Changemaking Funding Call for Mental Health
We are excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the 'Changemaking Call for projects strengthening children's and youth mental health' exclusively for State of Youth Chapters fully registered in the Movement Platform. This Changemaking Call is financially supported by Kinderpostzegels. Read more to find out how you can apply!
State of Youth NL Research Report: The climate is about our future
Application results of the International Children’s Peace Prize Project Fund!
State of Youth received almost 100 applications from our Chapters globally, and after careful review by our diverse selection committee, we are proud to announce the 15 Chapters that will receive funding to implement projects tackling peace and education at the grassroots level.
Sowing the Seeds of Change
With support from the Postcode Loterij, Wilde Ganzen and KidsRights, State of Youth will help hundreds of youth-led organizations grow their impact over the next three years through the Sowing the Seeds of Change programme.
State of Youth 2025 Highlights
2025 was a hugely successful year for State of Youth. We’re taking a moment to celebrate every milestone, every story, and every young changemaker who made this year unforgettable. From conferences and inspiring campaigns to the countless actions led by our Chapters around the world, this year has been a testament to the power of youth-led action.
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Children and young people around the world are showing us what’s possible. Your contribution helps us amplify their voices, support their initiatives, and put children’s rights higher on the agenda.
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