The mentoring programme forms part of UNESCO’s broader Youth Hackathon initiative, which encourages young people to address global challenges through innovation, digital technologies and collaborative problem-solving. Participants receive guidance from specialists working in education, science, culture and sustainable development.

The initiative reflects UNESCO’s commitment to empowering youth as active contributors to international dialogue and cultural exchange. By connecting participants from diverse cultural and national backgrounds, the programme promotes cooperation, creativity and mutual learning across borders.

In addition to strengthening technical skills, the mentoring programme encourages participants to develop projects that contribute to UNESCO’s priorities, including inclusive education, cultural heritage, environmental sustainability and digital innovation. These collaborative experiences help build international networks among future leaders.

The Youth Hackathon demonstrates how the United Nations system continues to use education and innovation as instruments of cultural diplomacy, encouraging young people to work together in addressing shared global challenges.

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