Best Practices
Explore innovative, youth-driven solutions from around the world. The Hope Network showcases best practices that inspire change and drive impactful results.
From civic engagement and leadership to upskilling, innovation and job creation, these initiatives empower young people to lead the way in shaping a better future.
Last Updated: October 9, 2025
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Youth Councils
A youth group, representing both institutional and geographical scopes, is accredited according to the standards set by the Federal Youth Authority, with legislation and decisions guiding its establishment. Through various initiatives and projects, youth councils work to implement the national youth agenda, driven by young individuals who bring boundless energy and skills.
Youth Retreat 2024
The Youth Retreat is a key forum uniting leaders, decision-makers, experts, and youth to discuss empowerment and national development. As an interactive platform, it fosters dialogue, future planning, and engagement through workshops, discussions, and activities, reflecting the aspirations of Emirati youth.
Pillars of Hope
The Pillars of Hope program is an eight-week initiative aimed at equipping recent graduates with practical experience and enhancing their employment prospects. By focusing on key vocational fields and collaborating with strategic partners, the program helps bridge the gap between education and the labor market, contributing to reducing unemployment and fostering career growth.
UPSHIFT
The UPSHIFT Program in Tunisia is a national youth empowerment initiative led by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in collaboration with UNICEF. It aims to equip young people, particularly NEET youth (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), with essential life skills, entrepreneurship training, and project development support to enhance their economic and social integration
Competence Framework and Training Program for Youth Workers
The core idea of the training program is to provide a clear and actionable competence framework that helps youth workers acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to support the development of young people effectively.
Revitalised National Youth Service
The primary aim of the NYS program is to mobilize young people to become active citizens of the country’s democracy, while earning an income and increasing their employability.
