Youth Day

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Youth Day is a holiday dedicated to the youths of a country. It is observed by 18 countries, on many different dates throughout the year. The United Nations agreed on the date of 12 August in 1999.[1] Youth Day is celebrated on March 12 in Zambia.[2]

International Youth Day

International Youth Day is an international observance on August 12 officially recognized by the United Nations.The UN General Assembly agreed on this date in 1999.[1]


References

  1. 1.0 1.1 International Youth Day, UN.org, Retrieved 11 August 2016
  2. Wesley Ngwenya. "Zambian Youth Day Celebrations—The Hopeless Youth". Lusaka Times. March 12, 2010. URL.