TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire - Jan. 29, 2008) - High school students across the country are invited to join in the competition for the opportunity to travel to this year’s G8 Summit in Japan and have their voices heard on the world stage as part of the UNICEF Junior 8 Summit.
“The UNICEF Junior 8 Summit gives today’s youth a much-needed voice on the global policy stage and on issues that will affect their immediate and long-term future,” said Nigel Fisher, President & CEO, UNICEF Canada. “For a generation of young people who face global challenges, including AIDS and climate change, the UNICEF Junior 8 Summit provides an opportunity for youth to discuss these very important topics and to present their recommendations to G8 leaders.” continue reading...