Tehran – Launched by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Ministry of Sports and Youth, Transi’s Adolescent and Youth Empowerment Program aims to support youth and youth and focus on skill development, education and preparation for life.
As part of an ongoing effort to support Iranian youth development, the initiative aims to empower youth and youth aged 15-24 and exploit the potential of Iran’s young population. UNICEF announced in a press release on Sunday.
Addressing the challenges faced in the fields of employment, skill development and education is one of the program’s main goals.
The program was introduced at high-level events attended by key representatives from government, civil society and partner organizations.
Currently, evidence-based practice and international expertise-based Toranj programmes are currently operating in Kermanshah, Isfahan, Shahrood, QOM and Qeshm.
The launch ceremony was characterized by strong testimony from young participants whose lives were positively changed through the Toranj program. They shared experiences of increased confidence, self-esteem, skill development, empowerment, stronger involvement in education, and clearer pathways to future employment. Their stories vividly reflect the program’s vision of helping all young people reach their full potential.
Alileza Rahimi, adjutant in Youth Affairs, said, “The main goal of the Toranj initiative is to create sustainable jobs for young people who cannot hear voices.
“Iran has a vibrant, youthful population, with over 11 million youths and almost half of the population under the age of 30,” said Monica Nielsen, Iran’s UNICEF representative AI. “This demographic represents the extraordinary possibilities of innovation, growth and transformation, but possibilities alone are not enough. They must be proactively nurtured through inclusive policies, responsive services and meaningful opportunities that enable young people to shape their futures.
The event ended with a call to action that encourages all sectors to cooperate in expanding Toranj’s reach. This interregional commitment is essential to ensuring the sustainability of the programme and creating real, long-term opportunities for the next generation of Iran.
The Toranj initiative reflects UNICEF’s broader commitment to Iranian adolescents and youth well-being, ensuring youth across the country are equipped with the tools they need to thrive in an evolving world.
Recent programs that empower young people
UNICEF, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Medical and Education (MOHME) and the Ministry of Education (MOE), organized a comprehensive training workshop on “positive adolescents in adolescents” to ensure that adolescents in vulnerable regions benefit from the support environment.
This intensive eight-day training, conducted in December in two rounds of four days, brought together 90 psychologists, counselors and mental health practitioners from primary health care centers (PHCs), schools and community centers. The program, funded by the EU Humanitarian Aid (ECHO), was announced in a press release on December 23rd.
This workshop is intended to enhance the knowledge, skills and technical expertise in providing active parenting programs specifically tailored for adolescent parents.
As part of an initiative supported by UNICEF, parents of adolescents in vulnerable districts are permitted to provide practical training in active parenting skills.
The goal is to establish a supportive and nurturing environment for young people in vulnerable and disadvantaged communities.
Developed with UNICEF support, the “Positive Adolescent Parenting” package includes three detailed manuals and workbooks for trainers, parents and adolescents. There are also 17 educational films for trainers, 5 videos for parents, and 5 motion graphics designed to enhance learning and engagement.
It also conducts workshops, Drug Management Headquarters (DCHQ), Regional Drug Coordination Council (DCCC), Iranian Academy for Children and Adolescent Psychiatry, and local non-governmental organizations in collaboration with UNICEF.
In the early stages, trained professionals will reach out to at least 1,600 parents in Khorasan Razavi province and provide hands-on training on positive parenting skills.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to expand the adolescent parenting programme first launched in QOM state for vulnerable parents.
More than 4,000 parents of adolescents in marginalized areas of QOM have participated in at least eight parenting training sessions, demonstrating the success of programs that promote stronger family relationships and adolescent well-being.
By working with major government and non-governmental organizations, UNICEF continues to expand its scope and ensure that youth and families in vulnerable districts receive the essential support and guidance they need for a brighter future.
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