Meeting of Global Core Group for youth Declaration

On October 6, 2025, the Global Core Group for the Youth Declaration convened virtually, moderated by Ms. Cressida de Witte from the World Federation Against Drugs (Sweden). The meeting brought together representatives from various countries, including Ms. Fuhaira (Pakistan), Mr. Husni (Sri Lanka), Ms. Durrisilla (Surinam), Ms. Kinya Nina (Kenya), Muhammad Abdullah (Pakistan), Aliyu Mukhtar Usman (Uganda) and Mr. Sana Ullah Rathore (Pakistan).

During the meeting, members shared updates on Youth Declaration activities in their respective countries. The group also reviewed progress since the initiative's launch in March 2024, when Pakistan Youth Organization, Drug Free America Foundation, and World Federation Against Drugs co-hosted a side event at the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs in Vienna.

The event marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to develop a Youth Declaration, which was later presented during the 68th CND in March 2025 at the UNODC headquarters by DFAF, WFAD, and PYO.