This momentous collaboration with Best Diplomats provided an exciting opportunity for the UNWTO to promote global peace, a core pillar of their mission. The focus was to engage youth in the dynamic tourism and hospitality sector. Acknowledging the unprecedented impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on the global economy, the initiative aims to empower the youth to combat the socio-economic effects of the pandemic and champion sustainability and peace among nations.

To achieve this goal, UNWTO is offering online resources, including the UNWTO Tourism Online Academy, creating an innovative environment that motivates youth to work in real-time on projects related to innovation and sustainability. Education plays a crucial role in equipping young minds with the information and analytical skills needed to comprehend complex global challenges, environmental issues, and social injustices. Equally important is providing them with transferable skills, such as an entrepreneurial spirit, technological knowledge, and understanding of sustainable practices, enabling active participation in initiatives that drive sustainable development.

Involving young people in sustainable development is both morally imperative and practical in addressing urgent global issues. Best Diplomats serves as a catalyst in unleashing the potential of these young leaders and change drivers, providing them with education, meaningful engagement, and opportunities for social innovation. By empowering youth in sustainable development, we not only enable them to shape their own futures but also secure a more just, resilient, and sustainable world for generations to come. The impact of their endeavours will resonate far beyond the present, leaving a lasting legacy of positive change.