FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: June 12, 2018
Contact: Media Relations, press@iyfweb.org
Press Release: Peru gained membership of the International Youth Federation
London, United Kingdom: In a statement issued today, the Executive Board announced that the Republic of Peru had gained the permanent membership of the International Youth Federation.
Currently, Peru benefits from a demographic dividend that contributes to addressing socioeconomic challenges and increase productivity and sustainable growth. Young people (15-29) in Peru represent 26.9% of the population, according to OECD.
Our vision at the IYF is to enable young people in Peru to get their voices heard and giving talented and motivated young people the opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge to actively contribute to the development of their societies.
Ms. Estefanny is an award-winning young leader and motivated activist passionate about social transformation, sustainable development, youth empowerment, and advocacy. Through her community engagement activities, she supported education and economic empowerment organizations in Peru.
Ms. Estefanny studied Economy at National University of Trujillo.
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The International Youth Federation is an international non-profit youth organizations network governed by the present Statutes and the Swiss Civil Code. It is neutral politically, and non-denominational, aim to empower youth worldwide through improving the status of youth and promote cooperation between youth organizations in different countries.
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