International Youth Leadership Program-TIYA

10/04/2026

18/03/2026

Real change doesn’t happen in a vacuum—it happens at the intersection. 🌍✨

Had an incredible session with youth leaders from different backgrounds for the , diving deep into how climate justice and gender equality are two sides of the same coin. We aren’t just talking about the problems; we’re building ground-level solutions and demanding policies that leave no one behind. Thank you to Malkia, Lilian, Fithriyyah and Lineth for representing grassroots voices! When we empower the youth, we aren't just protecting the future—we’re redesigning the present.

17/03/2026

What an inspiring first week at CSW70!

We were grateful to welcome partners, youth leaders, and grassroots community practitioners to meaningful conversations on women’s empowerment, youth leadership, and community resilience. We were also deeply thankful to everyone who joined us in celebrating Tzu Chi’s 60th anniversary. This week reminded us that through collective action and compassion, we can continue building a more equitable and sustainable future.

As we move into Week 2, we’re excited to continue the conversation with several upcoming events:
💫 Mar 17: Bridging the Climate, Disaster, and Gender Nexus
💫 Mar 19: Building Peace through Youth Leadership

14/03/2026

To be the change we want to see in the world ~

Happy to join the celebration of Tzu Chi's 60th year at the Tzu Chi Center on March 13, happening alongside week 1 of the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women. It's been six decades for Tzu Chi, serving with compassion all around the world consistently. As a woman-founded organization, it was amazing to see the milestones and how every action, big and small, can touch lives and transform communities.

The event was held at the Tzu Chi Center where the walls serve as a witness to some of the heart-wrenching stories of survival and transformation of displaced peoples affected by war and injustice in many countries. Six decades and more to be done — more and better with like-minded partners working for the good of all.

Tzu Chi USA
Tzu Chi Foundation
Tzu Chi Center

13/03/2026

The Artisan Fair at the CSW70 on March 12 unraveled beautiful stories of resilience and empowerment from the Great Love Community in the Philippines post-Haiyan.

Resettlement in the Philippines is impaired by limited economic opportunities, leading to families returning to their old, often unsafe, living conditions. To address this, Tzu Chi Foundation complemented the housing project with livelihood training—from baking pastries to sewing bags and undergarments offered for free especially for housewives, single mothers and out-of-school young women. Today in 2026, residents can stand on their feet with useful skills that help their families meet their needs.

Stay tuned for more moments from and follow our upcoming events!

Tzu Chi USA
Tzu Chi Foundation

12/03/2026

Happening LIVE at the Tzu Chi Center in New York —

Invisible Voices: Female Migrant Domestic Workers and Girls Left Behind

This side event brings together diverse perspectives to examine women’s labor rights and empowerment, and to explore collaborative, holistic pathways to advance justice for migrant women and the girls they leave behind.

Moderated by Yu En, our IYLP alumna from Singapore, join us unravel some important stories that make up migrant workers and their lived experiences, together with experts from the UN Women, Integrated Bar of the Philippines, AMKAS Nepal, and Women's Major Group.

RSVP: https://tzuchicenter.org/events/invisible-voices-female-migrant-domestic-workers-and-girls-left-behind

Tzu Chi USA
Tzu Chi Center

03/03/2026

📌UPCOMING EVENT!

Join us in New York for the 70th Commission on the Status of Women as we gather global changemakers to advance justice, dignity, and empowerment for women and girls!

Tzu Chi Foundation will host a series of panels and dialogues uplifting community-based solutions and gender-sensitive best practices from around the world. Spotlighting women’s leadership and rooted in gratitude, respect, and love, let’s come together to cultivate hope and create a more equitable future for all.

Discover more about CSW70 and our events: https://tzuchicenter.org/programs/csw70

🌏✨ Get Ready for CSW70 with Tzu Chi!✨🌏

Join us in New York for the 70th Commission on the Status of Women as we gather global changemakers to advance justice, dignity, and empowerment for women and girls!

As Tzu Chi celebrates 60 years of compassionate service, we will host a series of panels and dialogues uplifting community-based solutions and gender-sensitive best practices from around the world. Spotlighting women’s leadership and rooted in gratitude, respect, and love, let’s come together to cultivate hope and create a more equitable future for all.

Discover more about CSW70 and our events: https://tzuchicenter.org/programs/csw70

📍 CSW70 Events:

🧵 CSW70 Artisan Fair
Mar 11 | 1:30–5:00 PM
Church Center of the United Nations (CCUN) 10th Fl | 777 United Nations Plaza New York, NY 10017

👩‍👧 Invisible Voices: Migrant Domestic Workers & Girls Left Behind
Mar 12 | 10:30 AM
Tzu Chi Center | 229 E 60th St. New York, NY 10022

🌱 Practicing Hope: Inner Capacities for Gender Justice
Mar 12 | 3:00 PM
Tzu Chi Center | 229 E 60th St. New York, NY 10022

🎉 Tzu Chi 60th Anniversary Celebration
Mar 13 | 6:00 PM
Tzu Chi Center | 229 E 60th St. New York, NY 10022

🌍 Climate, Disaster & Gender Nexus
Mar 17 | 4:45 PM
Tzu Chi Center | 229 E 60th St. New York, NY 10022

💼 Holistic Women’s Empowerment in Southeast Asia
Mar 18 | 10:30 AM
Tzu Chi Center | 229 E 60th St. New York, NY 10022

🕊 Building Peace through Youth Leadership (South Asia)
Mar 19 | 10:30 AM
Church Center of the United Nations (CCUN) 10th Fl | 777 United Nations Plaza New York, NY 10017

31/01/2026

FINAL CALL || Last 2 days until deadline! 🚨

Waiting until the final minute? The world is moving fast, and we want you at the forefront. Don't spend another day wondering "what if."

✅ Blended Learning: Alternating online/onsite sessions (maximum impact, minimum stress).
✅ Global Networking: Connect with leaders while staying rooted in your community.
✅ Exclusive Resources: Scholarships and mentorship are waiting.

⏳EXTENDED DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 2, 2026 | 11:59 PM GMT+8
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30/01/2026

IT'S APFSD SEASON! Watch our for these side events, especially if you're into SDG 6, SDG 9, SDG 11, and SDG 17!

Greetings of Peace, Friends! 🌏✨

As we prepare for the APFSD 2026 Side Event (27 February), we are convening two pre-sessions to foster an inclusive and coordinated process. These sessions will bring together youth, civil society, and interfaith partners to share community-based experiences, case studies, and practical approaches advancing sustainable development—especially aligned with SDG 6, SDG 9, SDG 11, and SDG 17.

Key insights from these dialogues will help shape the side event, strengthening collaborative action, social cohesion, and policy-relevant pathways for inclusive and sustainable communities.

📌 Pre-Session 1:
🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 | ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM (Singapore Time)

📌 Pre-Session 2:
🗓 Thursday, 12 February 2026 | ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM (Jakarta Time)

📌 APFSD 2026 Side Event:
🗓 Friday, 27 February 2026

We look forward to your participation!