Representatives from the Global Campus Central Asia actively participated in the International Workshop on Children’s Rights and the Annual Meeting of Child Rights Regional Officers and Youth Advisory Groups, held from March 30 to April 3 at the Professor Zdravko Grebo Center for Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Sarajevo in Sarajevo. Ms. Nazgul Cholponbaeva, Child Rights Regional Officer, and Mr. Navruz Erkaev, a member of the Youth Advisory Group (YAG), joined colleagues, experts, and youth leaders from across regions to advance child rights priorities. The gathering emphasized cross-regional collaboration, the development of child participation and YAG structures within GC Regional Hubs, and the sharing of experiences and lessons learned.

Key discussions delved into:

• Reflections on project achievements, lessons learned, and regional priorities
• AI and digital safety for children
• Meaningful child and youth participation and leadership
• Research, publications, and innovative practices

Enhanced cross-regional collaboration and partnerships with networks like the South-East Europe #ChildLeadershipTeam and #YouthAdvisoryGroup

This event built on the momentum from the 2025 Venice meeting, fostering in-person exchanges to shape future initiatives in child rights advocacy.“We are thrilled to contribute Central Asia’s perspectives to these vital conversations,” said Ms. Cholponbaeva. “Strengthening youth leadership and digital protections will drive sustainable progress across regions.”The workshop underscored the Global Campus’s commitment to empowering young voices in human rights and sustainable development, aligning with broader goals of environmental governance and digital technology for advocacy.