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Water and sanitation are critical to the health of people and the planet. Goal 6 not only addresses the issues relating to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) but also the quality and sustainability of water resources worldwide. Millions of people die every year from diseases associated with unsafe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene. Young children are particularly vulnerable – WASH-related diseases remain among the leading causes of death in children under 5, and they contribute to malnutrition and stunting.      Our founder Francis Koroma serves as a youth speaker at the high-level political forum 2023 as one of the panelists (Lead Discussant) held in New York City under the auspices of ECOSOC with a focus on the SDGs, specifically SDG6 and its connections to other SDGs - Clean water and sanitation. Francis Koroma discussed the issue of water scarcity and its impact on 40% of the world's population, as well as its anticipated rise. An astounding 2+ million people worldwide pass away from dehydration each year, according to a recent study. He discussed how his company, Frantech3D, has built over 10,000 liters of water utilizing cutting-edge technology in places where there is no access to clean drinking water, particularly in the global south.      He underlined the need to close the gap between stakeholders and young people in various areas. He stressed that funding and attention should be given to young projects and ideas since they are innovative and have the potential to significantly contribute to the fulfillment of the SDGs by 2030. He emphasized the necessity for youngsters to lead in ideas and decision-making in their respective communities. He expressed his intention to assist and uplift young people in Africa and all throughout the world.   The moderator, Mr. Johannes Cullmann, Vice-Chair of United Nations Water, acknowledged our founder and emphasized the importance of having these crucial discussions with young people in classrooms and learning facilities so they are more aware of and knowledgeable about global issues and can contribute to the solution even before they complete their studies.  In the ensuing general discussion, 41 speakers made presentations. Many commended the process and outcomes of the recent UN Water Conference and welcomed the appointment of a Special Envoy, stating it would raise the profile of water issues in the UN system. Some called for a UN system-wide water strategy and launched a process toward a UN Water Convention.

Being the voice for many and representing my country 🇸🇱 and the continent at any given platform has always been my unquestionable responsibility.   May 25, 2022 African Day celebration at United Nations HQ Trusteeship Council.   The Red Card Campaign seeks to mobilize people across the world to commit to ending all forms of discrimination and violence against women and girls, within the framework of Sustainable Development Goal #5 (Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women and Girls) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development of the United Nations. Website: www.decadegoal.com