UN in Turkmenistan Hosts Closing Event for the 2024–2025 SDG Ambassadors Programme

The programme, implemented by the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator, engaged university students and young professionals from across Turkmenistan in promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through youth-led initiatives, awareness-raising, and creativity.

During the session, the SDG Ambassadors shared reflections on their journey, highlighting the knowledge, experiences, and insights they gained while working on SDG related ideas and community-based contributions.

Delivering closing remarks, the UN Resident Coordinator, Mr. Dmitry Shlapachenko, commended the Ambassadors for their dedication, creativity, and commitment throughout the programme. In his message, he highlighted the importance of meaningful youth engagement and encouraged the Ambassadors to continue applying SDG values in their future academic and professional paths. His remarks emphasized that while the formal programme has concluded, their potential to contribute to positive change continues.

The ceremony concluded with the awarding of certificates to participants. The SDG Ambassadors Programme remains an important platform for empowering youth in Turkmenistan, strengthening their leadership skills, and fostering a deeper understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals.