World Youth Skills Day 2025 | July 15
Act Now. Bridge the Divide. Empower a Generation.International Seminar: “Harnessing AI and Digital Skills for Global Youth Empowerment”
On July 15, 2025, ICERT convened a landmark International Seminar in alignment with the UN World Youth Skills Day theme: “Youth Empowerment Through AI and Digital Skills.” Marking the 10th anniversary of this global observance, the seminar brought together over 1,000 participants from 16+ countries—including India, Nigeria, United States, South Africa, Ghana, Pakistan, Kosovo, Eswatini, Bangladesh, and Australia—to address the urgent need for education reform in an AI-driven world.
Highlights:
Key Outcomes
Global Reach: 1,013+ participants from 16+ countries across 5 continents
Expert Voices: Keynotes by Dr. Christina Kitson (University of Central Missouri, US) and Dr. Helen K. Joy (Christ University, Bangalore, India)
Excellence Recognized: “Youth Empowerment Award 2025” conferred upon 7 distinguished dignitaries for global impact
Open House Dialogue: Moderated by Dr. Dilpreet Kaur (Guru Nanak Dev University), featuring grassroots insights from participants across Alabama to Eswatini
Policy Recommendations:
5 actionable recommendations for integrating AI and digital skills into TVET frameworks globally
The Core Message: “Without proactive reform, the digital divide will intensify—leaving marginalized youth behind. AI-integrated learning is not a futuristic concept; it is a present-day imperative for youth empowerment and global stability.” — Consensus from the ICERT International Seminar
Watch the Seminar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13U07-K4AWc
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