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Vision and Values

Vision

The MGCY seeks to build a world on the collective principles of solidarity, justice, equity, universality, inclusion, human rights, diversity and the integrity of the planet. We strive for a resilient world where young people and all rights holders in all their diversity are equals in decision making.

We stand for the idea that places where power and influence are most concentrated must recognise and operationalise the importance of the actions and views of young people in promoting and protecting the rights of all and the wellbeing of the planet for present and future generations. To do this, we galvanise young people everywhere to engage in the work of the UN to build a political landscape to realise its collective purpose. 

We work to ensure diversity and inclusion of all young, taking into account (among other things) region, geography, gender identity, sex, socioeconomic status, faith, religion, culture, ethnicity, creed, (dis)ability, sexuality, marginalised grouping, legal status, and any other status.

Guiding Values

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The MGCY strives to exercise the following values in its work ethic:

  • Participatory and consultative; 

  • Mission-driven and professional; 

  • Innovative, synthesizing old and new;

  • Context conscious; 

  • Independent of external control and voluntary in nature;

  • Egalitarian, equitable, respectful and inclusive; 

  • Anti-oppression principles and practice;

  • Consensus based decision making;

  • Accountable, transparent, and open; and

  • Evidence-informed and knowledge-inclusive.