Unicef – Designing a Youth-centred Journey to the Future, 2023

The report by the UNICEF Innocenti Youth Foresight Playbook highlights the importance of involving young people in envisioning and shaping the future. Acknowledging that young people have historically driven change, the document emphasizes their right to be part of conversations about the future they will inherit. However, young people are often excluded from these discussions due to limited access, skills, and tools for engagement. The Playbook aims to bridge this gap by providing a resource for safely and meaningfully involving young people in foresight processes. It is described as a living online tool that will continue to evolve as UNICEF Innocenti learns more about engaging young people in conversations about the future. While it was initially created for foresight practitioners, youth-focused organizations, think tanks, and UN agencies, it is noted that the Playbook could also be valuable for young people themselves. The ultimate goal of the Playbook is to inspire young people and those who work with them to embrace foresight methods and tools. It seeks to create an inclusive environment where youth are seen as equal partners in shaping the future for all. By making foresight accessible, the Playbook aims to foster collaboration and ensure that young people are actively involved in shaping their own futures and the future of the planet.