The world's largest-ever gathering for adolescents' well-being, which recently took place virtually, has called for more political and financial commitment to ensure a healthy and thriving future for all young people.

The Global Forum for Adolescents held on October 11-12 brought together over 5000 youth advocates and global policy and decision-makers.

The forum was convened by the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health. Jane Rabothata attended the event and filed the following report.