Laos joins unicef’s efforts empowering young people with problem-solving skills

19/12/2024 10:05

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ຂປລ Lao PDR has become the 56th country to join UNICEF's UPSHIFT programme, an initiative empowering young people with skills for innovation and problem-solving. Chaired by Mr. Thongly Sisoulith, Deputy Secretary General of the Lao Youth Union, 50 youth participants in Luang Prabang took part in a four-day bootcamp to develop solutions aimed at protecting the environment and supporting their communities. The programme is proudly supported by WeMade.

(KPL) The Lao PDR has become the 56th country to join UNICEF's UPSHIFT programme, an initiative empowering young people with skills for innovation and problem-solving. Chaired by Mr. Thongly Sisoulith, Deputy Secretary General of the Lao Youth Union, 50 youth participants in Luang Prabang took part in a four-day bootcamp to develop solutions aimed at protecting the environment and supporting their communities. The programme is proudly supported by WeMade.

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