YouthTalks

by State of Youth

This podcast is a space to talk about hot topics for youth and activists from all over the world. We will publish one episode every two weeks and we will talk about youth activism, environment, mobilizing communities and so much more. We will have diverse and amazing guests and ask the hard and interesting questions but we will also have lots of fun!

Podcast episodes

  • Season 4

  • #1 Youth and Art Activism for Mental Health

    #1 Youth and Art Activism for Mental Health

    In this episode of YouthTalks, youth board member Christopher, discusses art and activism in mental health with Ally Zlatar. Ally Zlatar is the founder of The Starving Artist, an initiative that helps broaden perspectives and raise awareness on eating disorders and mental illness through art. She also founded The Starving Artist Scholarship Fund which helps people access inpatient treatment for eating disorders. Ally Zlatar is the recipient of the Princess Diana Legacy Award (2021), the British Citizen Award (2022) and gained special recognition from Y20 (Youth 20 paired with G20 Summit). You can follow Ally Zlatar on Instagram here! (@allyzlatar)

  • Season 3

  • #10 Youth and Participation

    #10 Youth and Participation

    In this episode, Sri Nihal, Aaron and Anastasiia, the top 3 finalists of the 2023 International Children's Peace Prize, talk with Rena, winner of the 2022 International Children's Peace Prize, and 2 Youth Board members, Alyan and Konstantinos, about their projects and their experiences in youth participation.

  • #9 Youth and Recycling Batteries

    #9 Youth and Recycling Batteries

    In this episode, Sri Nihal, one of the top 3 finalists of the 2023 International Children's Peace Prize, talks with KidsRights' Head of Programs about his personal experience and activism and what being a finalist means for him and his work for a cleaner environment.

  • #8 Youth and the rights of children with imprisoned parents

    #8 Youth and the rights of children with imprisoned parents

    In this episode, Aaron, one of the top 3 finalists of the 2023 International Children's Peace Prize, talks with KidsRights' Head of Programs, about his personal experience and activism and what being a finalist means for him and his work about the rights of children with imprisoned parents.

  • #7 Youth and the KidsRights Index

    #7 Youth and the KidsRights Index

    In this episode of YouthTalks, David, intern at KidsRights, and Ujjwal Dubey, one of the authors behind the KidsRights Index, discuss this unique report, uncovering the sources and sharing the highlights of this valuable document. Discover how this influential tool can empower youth to make a difference through activism.