Virtual Dialogue on the Role of Youth in Climate Action

Date: 1 July 2020
Time : 15:00 - 16:30 CEST

Event Description:
Young people have demonstrated an increasing awareness, knowledge and drive for action on the climate crisis, and are actively engaged at the local, national, regional and global level in demanding enhanced ambition. This virtual dialogue brought together young leaders from all over the world to showcase climate action and youth participation in formulating and implementing climate policies in different regions. Highlighting the role of youth in raising climate awareness is crucial in enhancing ambition and momentum to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. The dialogue provided insights on how youth are building a movement for greater climate action and ambition!

Background on ACE: 
Action for Climate Empowerment (ACE) denotes work under Article 6 of the Convention (1992) and Article 12 of the Paris Agreement to empower individuals and society at large to take action on climate change though its 6 elements: education, training, public awareness, public participation, public access to information, and international cooperation. It aims to leave no one behind and inspires and empowers everyone to amplify efforts for a just transition to a climate-friendly and sustainable future for present and future generations. 

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Duration: 90 minutes

Objectives: This interactive virtual dialogue focused on:

• Highlighting and promoting youth-led climate action in different regions of the world; and
• Youth participation in climate policies.

Organizers:
The dialogue was co-organized by UNFCCC and YOUNGO and featured young leaders from around the world.

Participants:
This virtual dialogue was open to youth from around the world and other relevant stakeholders interested in youth climate action.

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