(VOVworld) -  The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution to urge greater representation by young men and women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts. This historic resolution was adopted amid the rise of radicalization to violence and violent extremism amongst youth, which can be conducive to terrorism.

Security Council adopts historic resolution on youth, peace and security. UN Photo/Amanda Voisard

Youth and youth-led organizations are important partners in the global efforts to counter violent extremism and promote lasting peace. The resolution also gives impetus to the youth-led peace building and conflict-prevention interventions to build peaceful communities and underpin democratic, inclusive governance.

The resolution urges Member States to consider ways to increase inclusive representation of youth in decision-making at all levels in local, national, regional and international institutions and mechanisms for the prevention and resolution of conflict, and consider establishing integrated mechanisms for meaningful participation of youth in peace processes and dispute-resolution.

Through the resolution, the Council also urged Member States to increase their political, financial, technical support to take account of the participation of youth in peace efforts.