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Capacity Development, Financing for Development, Population, Social Development, Sustainable Development
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) supports and works together with small island developing States (SIDS) on a range of initiatives tailored to the unique sustainable development challenges facing these island nations. This document highlights the ways in which UN DESA provides analysis, capacity development and intergovernmental support in line with the Department's six action areas.
This version has been updated through March 2026.
Social Development
The World Youth Report on Youth Mental Health and Well-being examines how youth mental health and well-being are shaped by six social determinants, i.e. education, employment, family dynamics, poverty, technology, and societal attitudes. The Report highlights how inequalities in these areas create disparities in mental health outcomes, noting that stigma, discrimination, and unequal access to opportunities and care compound risks for young people.
Drawing on extensive literature reviews, expert consultations, youth surveys, and real-life youth testimonies, the Report stresses cross-sectoral action, inclusive policies, and youth-led initiatives. Ultimately, it calls for…