Commonwealth Youth Forum 2003

Since the inception of the Commonwealth Youth Forum in 1997, young people of the Commonwealth have made important contributions to CHOGM by presenting their views and recommendations on issues which concern them and the people of the Commonwealth. Whilst progress has been made on many issues, a great deal more remains to be done. At this 4th CYF in Abuja, Nigeria, we have sought to address this and formulate aspirational yet realistic action plans for youth development. We have considered how young people can be used as a driving force for change and development, in collaboration with the Commonwealth, national governments, civil society and the business community.