Unlocking the Power of Data: Shaping Adolescent-Centered Futures

At the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79), a one-of-a-kind, interactive event is set to take center stage. Hosted by the Population Council's Girl Innovation, Research, and Learning Center and Gender, Education, Justice, and Equity Hub, alongside Equal Measures 2030 and UNICEF, this immersive experience promises to revolutionize the way we approach adolescent-centered evidence and its intersection with gender and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Empowering Adolescents, Transforming the Future

Bridging the Data Divide

Evidence focusing on adolescents, particularly girls, is crucial in shaping interventions that directly impact their lives. However, this vital information often remains inaccessible and underutilized outside the research community. By packaging and presenting data in an effective manner, stakeholders, including girls themselves and the movements that support them, can engage, make informed decisions, and implement targeted interventions. This event aims to bridge this gap, providing a platform for all stakeholders to immerse themselves in data visualization, interact with useful indicators, and forge meaningful connections with industry experts.

Unlocking the Potential of Global Data Platforms

The event will feature four global data platforms that are at the forefront of adolescent-centered evidence and intersecting themes on gender and the SDGs. Participants will have the unique opportunity to "play" with the data, explore interactive visualizations, and uncover valuable insights that can drive real change. By engaging directly with the experts behind these platforms, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the data's potential and how it can be leveraged to shape interventions and policies that truly address the needs of adolescents, especially girls.

Fostering Collaboration and Collective Impact

This interactive event is designed to bring together a diverse array of stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, practitioners, and advocates. By facilitating networking and knowledge-sharing, the organizers aim to create a collaborative environment where participants can exchange ideas, identify synergies, and forge partnerships that will amplify the impact of their work. The event's hands-on approach and focus on data-driven decision-making will empower attendees to become more effective champions for adolescent-centered initiatives and gender equity.

Empowering Adolescents, Transforming the Future

At the heart of this event lies a deep commitment to empowering adolescents, particularly girls, and shaping a future where their needs, aspirations, and rights are at the forefront of global development efforts. By harnessing the power of data and fostering cross-sectoral collaboration, this interactive experience aims to inspire and equip participants to drive meaningful change and create a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world for all.