Nicol Perez | |
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 Nicol Perez in 2013 | |
| 5th United States Youth Observer to the United Nations | |
| In office July 21, 2016 – August 18, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Donya Nasser |
| Succeeded by | Munira Khalif |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 22, 1993 Santa Cruz, Bolivia |
| Nationality | Bolivian American |
| Education | University of Florida (BS) |
Nicol Perez (born April 22, 1993) is the 5th and former United States Youth Observer to the United Nations.[1] Perez has extensive experience working on youth issues at the local, regional and international level having previously worked in various international organizations as well as starting her own initiatives.[2] In her term as Youth Observer, Perez focused on the global refugee crisis, youth unemployment, and the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.[3] In 2017, Perez founded Girlzftw, a mentorship program that pairs women under 30 with high school and college girls that need the support and encouragement of another girl to achieve their goals.
- ^ Connell, Christopher (13 September 2016). "Meet the U.S. youth observer to the United Nations - ShareAmerica". Retrieved 30 March 2018.
- ^ "U.S. Youth Observer to the UN on Youth Involvement". 11 October 2016. Retrieved 30 March 2018.
- ^ IIP Interactive (28 September 2016). "Youth & the Global Agenda". Retrieved 30 March 2018 – via YouTube.