Background on the Event
On Wednesday, more than 1 million young people from all over Mexico took part in the National Tequios for Peace and Against Addiction, an initiative led by the Mexican Institute of Youth (IMJUVE). The event brought together youth from all 32 states to simultaneously engage in activities aimed at transforming their communities.
Scope and Participation
In over 1,200 municipalities across all states of Mexico, more than 10,000 locations reported activities such as cleaning parks, painting playgrounds, reforestation of green areas, dredging rivers, collecting trash from beaches, and creating murals.
Key Actions Across the Nation
- State of Mexico: Youth gathered to clean up certain areas, removing litter and debris.
- Puebla: Participants focused on painting fences and walls, enhancing the local aesthetics.
- Chiapas: Groups cleared areas clogged with dry leaves, improving pedestrian walkways.
- Quintana Roo: Alongside beach clean-ups, youth also dredged common river areas.
Collaboration and Support
The IMJUVE collaborated with key strategic partners, including the Secretariats of Governance, Labor and Social Security, Public Education, Welfare, Culture, Environment and Natural Resources, the National Water Commission, the National Sports and Physical Culture Commission, state governments, CONALEP, TecNM, IPN, and various public and private educational institutions.
Digital Platforms for Information
The IMJUVE encourages everyone to explore their digital platforms for regular updates on ongoing activities across the nation:
- www.gob.mx/imjuv – Official IMJUVE website
- @imjuve_mx on Instagram
- @imjuvemx on X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the National Tequios for Peace and Against Addiction? It’s a nationwide initiative led by the Mexican Institute of Youth (IMJUVE) that brings together young people from all 32 states to engage in community transformation activities.
- What were the main activities during this event? Participants cleaned parks, painted playgrounds, reforested green areas, dredged rivers, collected trash from beaches, and created murals.
- Who supported this initiative? Key partners included various Mexican secretariats, commissions, state governments, educational institutions, and organizations focused on water, sports, culture, environment, and welfare.
- Where can I find more information about future events? Visit the IMJUVE’s official website (www.gob.mx/imjuv), follow @imjuve_mx on Instagram, or check @imjuvemx on X and TikTok for updates.
