Swiss Youth at the UN – Trends and Impact

Former UN Youth Volunteers look back on their experience.

27 Januar 2022

At a glance

The Swiss Youth at the UN talent programme allows Swiss master's graduates to dive into the work of the United Nations for one year.

What are the main learning opportunities of the programme?
What are the career paths followed by these young people a few years after their assignment abroad?

Our survey of former participants in the programme gives some insights.

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