Int'l Youth Day to be marked on Aug 12.

ISLAMABAD -- International Youth Day will be marked on August 12 (Friday) across the globe including Pakistan to recognize efforts of the world's youth in enhancing global society. It also aims to promote ways to engage them in becoming more actively involved in making positive contributions to their communities.

Many activities and events that take place around the world on International Youth Day promote the benefits that young people bring into the world. Many countries participate in this global event, which may include youth conferences on issues such as education and employment. Other activities include concerts promoting the world's youth, as well as various sporting events, parades and mobile exhibitions that showcase young people's achievements.

The UN defines the worlds' youth as the age group between 15 and 24 years old, making up one-sixth of the human population. Many of these young men and women live in...