International Youth Day 2014 Celebrated at AAFT

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International Youth Day 2014 Celebrated at AAFT
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The United Nations General Assembly endorsed the
recommendation made by the World Conference of
Ministers Responsible for Youth that 12 August be
declared International Youth Day. The theme of
International Youth Day 2014 is Youth and Mental
Health informed Sandeep Marwah Ambassador of
International Human Rights Organization
affiliated to United Nation at Asian Academy of
Film And Television, Noida Film City. Talking to
the young film makers at AAFT, Sandeep Marwah
added that Youth with mental health conditions
can often experience stigma and discrimination,
which in turn can lead to exclusion and/or
discourage people from seeking help for fear of
being negatively labelled. The 2014 observance
of International Youth Day will raise awareness
on this important topic, as well as highlight the
experiences of brave, young individuals who have
chosen to speak out about these issues with the
objective of overcoming stigma and discrimination
to ensure that young people with mental health
conditions can lead full and healthy lives free
from isolation and unnecessary shame, and openly
seek the services and support they need.