New York, November 16, 2010
On August 12, 2010, the UN International Youth year began with the goal of creating a bridge between both cultures and different religions and between present and future generations. Also, you want to attract the attention of politicians leader to commit to invest more on youth as a resource critical to human development.
On the occasion of International Youth, the UN has named "Champion of Youth" the actress Disney and Young lever Monique Coleman.
"I am particularly appossionata the theme of Youth and I look forward to the opportunity to demonstrate the foolproof way in which the spirit of youth has already changed the world," said the American actress.
"Young people represent not only the future, but they are also present. 85% of the population in developing countries are young, and it is our responsibility to bring out their potential, "he added yet Monique Coleman at the press conference, held at the UN in New York.
The actress has also starred in a broadcast "Gimme MO", a talk show live over the Internet, which aims to open dialogue with young people around the world. The program deals with various issues which confront the boys, ranging from the personal to global issues of interest. On Tour for the countries of Europe, Africa, Asia, USA and Latin America, the show wants to bring together young people in developing countries with those of developed countries.
Under-Secretary-General, in charge of Economic Development, Jomo Kwame Sundaram, thanked the actress for her efforts and welcomed the work of raising awareness, involving 1.2 billion of people between 15 and 24 years all over the world.
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