This year’s theme – Local Youth Actions for the Sustainable Development Goals and Beyond – reminds us that big change often starts locally.
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12.08.2025
Today, on International Youth Day, we join the global community in celebrating the creativity, resilience, and determination of young people. The 2025 theme – Local Youth Actions for the Sustainable Development Goals and Beyond – highlights the power of local initiatives to inspire worldwide change.
At Meet and Code, we believe that digital skills are more than technical know‑how – they’re tools for shaping a better, fairer, and more sustainable future. Every workshop and event we support helps young people make progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals in their own communities.
Here’s how:
🎓 Quality Education (SDG 4)
We create access to free, high‑quality learning opportunities where young people gain digital literacy, coding skills, and problem‑solving abilities. Our workshops help close the digital divide and prepare youth for the challenges of tomorrow.
♀️ Gender Equality (SDG 5)
Meet and Code actively encourages the participation of girls and young women in STEM. By providing inclusive learning spaces and strong role models, we challenge stereotypes and open doors to future careers in technology.
💼 Decent Work & Economic Growth (SDG 8)
Digital skills are essential for the jobs of the future. By equipping youth with these skills, we help them unlock new career opportunities, stimulate innovation, and contribute to sustainable economic growth in their regions.
🤝 Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10)
We reach young people from underserved and rural communities, ensuring that location, background, or economic status are never barriers to learning. Our events foster diversity and inclusion at every step.
Every local coding event is more than just a class – it’s a platform for empowerment, innovation, and community change. Together, we are building a generation ready to code the future they want to live in.
👉 Explore Meet and Code Events or apply with your own idea till 30th September!
500-euro grants are still waiting for you!
Happy International Youth Day!
