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The United Nations Country Team in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and the Bahraini Scientific Centre for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), organised a Youth Event today to celebrate United Nations Day at the Bahraini Scientific Centre for the SDGs in Isa Town.The event brought together young people, sustainable development partners, representatives of government institutions, and civil society organisations for a series of interactive sessions on the role and work of the United Nations in the Kingdom of Bahrain and around the world, as well as the pivotal role of youth in advancing sustainable development. United Nations Resident Coordinator in Bahrain, Khaled El Mekwad, said United Nations Day is an occasion to reflect on more than eight decades of the Organisation’s work promoting peace, development, and human rights, while also looking ahead and investing in the potential of younger generations.El Mekwad highlighted young people's contributions to shaping the future through their ideas, innovation, and leadership, noting that youth in Bahrain and around the world are developing solutions to the challenges facing their communities and harnessing technology, creativity, and the spirit of collaboration to create tangible positive impact.El Mekwad also underscored the importance of partnerships in achieving sustainable development, stressing that genuine progress depends on cooperation among government institutions, civil society, academic institutions, the private sector, and young people. Discussions focused on the SDGs and their relevance to people’s daily lives, including education, expanding opportunities for young people, gender equality, health, environmental protection, and strengthening collective efforts to build a more inclusive and prosperous future.The event highlighted the Kingdom of Bahrain’s continued commitment to strengthening partnerships and empowering young people as key partners in national development efforts and the achievement of the SDGs.At the conclusion of the evening, the United Nations reaffirmed its commitment to continuing to support and engage young people in Bahrain in development efforts, emphasizing their vital role in driving positive change and contributing to a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future.