International Day of Conscience

The task of the United Nations to save future generations from the scourge of war requires transformation towards a culture of peace , which consists of values, attitudes and behaviours that reflect and inspire social interaction and sharing based on the principles of freedom, justice and democracy , all human rights, tolerance and solidarity, that reject violence and endeavour to prevent conflicts by tackling their root causes to s olve problems through dialogue and negotiation and that guarantee the full exercise of all rights and the means to participate fully in the development process of their society. CAMPAIGN: Promote a Culture of Peace with Love and Conscience.

Within the United Nations system , the Focal Point on Youth aims to build an awareness of the global situation of young people , as well as promote their rights and aspirations. The Focal Point also works towards greater participation of young people in decision-making as a means of achieving peace and development. The Focal Point on Youth works to: Enhance awareness of the global situation of youth and increase recognition of the rights and aspirations of youth; Promote national youth policies , national youth coordinating mechanisms and national youth programmes of action as integral parts of social and economic development, in cooperation with both governmental and non-governmental organizations; and Strengthen the participation of youth in decision-making processes at all levels in order to increase their impact on national development and international cooperation. Many countries have established youth policies, using the World Programme of Action for Youth to the Yea...