India, says UNFPA (The United Nations Population Fund), is experiencing a "demographic window of opportunity" with the world's largest-ever adolescent and youth population. However, to optimize this demographic dividend, we need to honor the aspirations of the young and create a supportive environment for them to blossom. We cannot also underestimate the transformative role that teachers and mentors can play in changing lives for the better. This World Youth Skill Day (15 July), watch these stories that celebrate young dreamers as they bravely strive to chart their own path against all odds. Sometimes with the help of mentors and at times, all by themselves.