Youth, power and possibility, with Felipe Paullier | UN ‘Awake at Night’ podcast teaser

Source: United Nations (video statements)

A medical doctor by training, Dr. Felipe Paulier is a passionate advocate for young people. Two years ago, aged just 32, his life took a new turn when he became the first-ever Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, the youngest senior appointment in the history of the United Nations.

“Leaving young people at the sidelines of how we find solutions is not the way. It’s really bringing them [in], because on many of the things, the solutions will come from them.”

The UN Youth Office believes that positive change is rooted in empowering young people to meaningfully participate in decisions that impact their lives and futures. In this episode, Felipe Paulier reflects on youth demands for peace and opportunity, on the stubborn barriers to change, and shares why he always prescribes reconnecting with nature as a cure for digital overwhelm.

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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ej28qzwWRPc

UK What is the Future of UK Aid? – International Development Committee hosted by King’s College

Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)

The International Development Committee heads out of Westminster to gather insights on the future of the UK’s development work and what the public thinks about UK aid.

A live oral evidence session at King’s College London brings together two panels featuring young activists, community workers, and opinion data experts. The speakers take questions from MPs in front of an audience comprising politics and development students, university staff, and members of the public.

Witnesses:

Sapphire Alexander – Founder at Caribbean Feminist (Trinidad and Tobago)
Chido Govera – Founder at Future of Hope Foundation (Zimbabwe)
Finian Ali – Youth Coordinator at Scaling Up Nutrition Network (Nigeria)

Bel Trew – Chief International Correspondent at The Independent
Luke Tryl – Executive Director, UK at More in Common
Jennifer Hudson – Director at Development Engagement Lab

https://committees.parliament.uk/event/26258/formal-meeting-oral-evidence-session/

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UK Supporting the right to be free from violence and harassment in the workplace

Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)

What is the government doing to ensure the right to be free from violence and harassment in the workplace? Members pressed government on the UK’s implementation of ILO Convention 190 on Monday 26 January 2026.

📺 Watch the question in full and hear from other members at https://orlo.uk/wnrsX

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sMl9T7KYKu0

Strengthening the EU’s partnership with the largest democracy in the world: EU-India Summit

Source: European Commission (video statements)

On 26 January 2026, President Ursula von der Leyen will participate in the EU-India Summit. Negotiations for a free trade agreement have reached the final stage and that, if concluded, would create a market of 2 billion people, cutting €4 billion in annual tariffs for exporters of all sizes, and securing supplies of crucial materials and products.

Similarly, European leaders are expected to conclude a Security and Defence Partnership to expand cooperation in the defence industry, maritime security, secure connectivity and space.

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