World Youth Skills Day is observed every year on July 15 to raise awareness of the value of equipping youth with the skills necessary to thrive in a world that is always evolving. The day offers a special chance for conversations among youth, technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions, companies, employers, and policymakers, among others.
Why World Youth Skills Day is celebrated on July 15?
World Youth Skills Day is a day to recognise the importance of teaching skills to young people for work and life. The day also highlights how important it is for young people to have the right skills to be successful and to get a decent job. These skills not only play an important role in students' lives, but also add value to their lives. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared July 15 as World Youth Skills Day to celebrate the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship.
Significance of World Youth Skills Day
According to the United Nations (UN), "Technological advancements and shifting labour market dynamics increasingly call for agile and adaptable skill sets. It is crucial that we empower young people to navigate these changes effectively. Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) is well placed to meet these demands by reducing access barriers to the world of work, ensuring that skills gained are relevant, recognised and certified, promoting green skills and practices, and offering skills development opportunities for youth who are not in education, employment and training."
Theme of World Youth Skills Day 2025
July 15, 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of World Youth Skills Day since its establishment. This year's theme focuses on Youth empowerment through AI and digital skills. On World Youth Skills Day, let us unite to acknowledge the influence of youth as catalysts for change and pledge to provide them with AI and digital competencies to address current issues and create a more peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable future.
