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YOUTH EMPOWERMENT IN CLIMATE ACTION PLATFORM

YECAP is a safe and inclusive space for youth to meaningfully engage in climate action

22k

Youth Climate Leaders Reached

135

Active

Fellows

385

Sessions

Arranged

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Earth for Us to Protect

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Highlights

Youth-Led Activities Took Center Stage
at Asia Pacific Climate Week 2023!

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Events and Important Days

  • The Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD)  2024
    The Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD)  2024
    Tue, Feb 20
    Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom
    Feb 20, 2024, 9:00 AM GMT+7 – Feb 23, 2024, 5:00 PM GMT+7
    Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Rajdamnern Nok Avenue United Nations Building, Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
    Feb 20, 2024, 9:00 AM GMT+7 – Feb 23, 2024, 5:00 PM GMT+7
    Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Rajdamnern Nok Avenue United Nations Building, Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
    By invitation only, the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) is an annual, inclusive intergovernmental forum to support follow-up and review of progress on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the regional level.
  • Youth & the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - A global public consultation in the lead up to ECOSOC Youth Forum
    Youth & the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - A global public consultation in the lead up to ECOSOC Youth Forum
    Time is TBD
    Online Consultation
    We want to hear you, young people, about the role you already play and would like to play in driving the 2030 Agenda and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals!
  • Workshop and Idea Competition on Access to Justice: “Empowering Youth Through Judicial Engagement"
    Workshop and Idea Competition on Access to Justice: “Empowering Youth Through Judicial Engagement"
    Sat, Nov 18
    Khwaeng Wang Mai
    Nov 18, 2023, 8:30 AM GMT+7 – Nov 19, 2023, 1:00 PM GMT+7
    Khwaeng Wang Mai, เทพทวาราวดี 254 Phaya Thai Rd, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
    Nov 18, 2023, 8:30 AM GMT+7 – Nov 19, 2023, 1:00 PM GMT+7
    Khwaeng Wang Mai, เทพทวาราวดี 254 Phaya Thai Rd, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
    UNDP Judicial Integrity Network in ASEAN- Law Students’ Association, Chulalongkorn University Workshop and Idea Competition on Access to Justice: “Empowering Youth Through Judicial Engagement”, 18-19 November 2023
  • Asia Pacific Climate Week 2023
    Asia Pacific Climate Week 2023
    Mon, Nov 13
    Hybrid Event
    Nov 13, 2023, 9:00 AM – Nov 17, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Hybrid Event
    Nov 13, 2023, 9:00 AM – Nov 17, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Hybrid Event
    This year, the Asia-Pacific Climate Week 2023 (APCW2023) is held in Malaysia, hosted by the Government of Johor. It will take place at Persada Johor International Convention Centre in city of Johor Bahru.
  • High Level Political Forum (HLPF) Part 2
    High Level Political Forum (HLPF) Part 2
    Mon, Sep 18
    New York
    Sep 18, 2023, 9:00 AM – Sep 19, 2023, 5:00 PM
    New York, New York, NY, USA
    Sep 18, 2023, 9:00 AM – Sep 19, 2023, 5:00 PM
    New York, New York, NY, USA
    High Level Political Forum (HLPF) is the central platform for the UN to assess progress on the 2030 Agenda (and associated frameworks / sustainable development broadly), exchange of experiences, identify gaps and share lessons learned.
  • Climate Change and Youth International Forum
    Climate Change and Youth International Forum
    Mon, Aug 21
    Virtual Forum
    Aug 21, 2023, 9:00 AM – Aug 22, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Virtual Forum
    Aug 21, 2023, 9:00 AM – Aug 22, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Virtual Forum
    Objectives - Build youth skills, capacity, knowledge, and networks, particularly in the country, to engage in climate processes. - Ensure that youth views and proposals are fully integrated into global climate policymaking and dialogues. - Provide a model for the COP process on youth inclusion.
  • Movers Changemaker Summit 2023
    Movers Changemaker Summit 2023
    Tue, Aug 01
    Shipokola Academy, Barishal
    Aug 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – Aug 02, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Shipokola Academy, Barishal, Barishal, Bangladesh
    Aug 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – Aug 02, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Shipokola Academy, Barishal, Barishal, Bangladesh
    The Movers Changemaker Summit 2023 is happening at Shilpakala Academy in Barishal, Bangladesh on 1-2 August 2023.
  • Youth Co:Lab Summit 2023
    Youth Co:Lab Summit 2023
    Wed, Jul 12
    Livestreaming
    Jul 12, 2023, 9:00 AM – Jul 14, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Livestreaming
    Jul 12, 2023, 9:00 AM – Jul 14, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Livestreaming
  • High Level Political Forum (HLPF) Part 1
    High Level Political Forum (HLPF) Part 1
    Mon, Jul 10
    New York
    Jul 10, 2023, 9:00 AM – Jul 19, 2023, 5:00 PM
    New York, New York, NY, USA
    Jul 10, 2023, 9:00 AM – Jul 19, 2023, 5:00 PM
    New York, New York, NY, USA
    High Level Political Forum (HLPF) is the central platform for the UN to assess progress on the 2030 Agenda (and associated frameworks / sustainable development broadly), exchange of experiences, identify gaps and share lessons learned.
  • Consultation Workshop: Youth and Climate Change in Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS)
    Consultation Workshop: Youth and Climate Change in Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS)
    Thu, Jul 06
    Virtual Event
    Jul 06, 2023, 2:00 PM GMT+7 – Jul 07, 2023, 4:00 PM GMT+7
    Virtual Event
    Jul 06, 2023, 2:00 PM GMT+7 – Jul 07, 2023, 4:00 PM GMT+7
    Virtual Event
  • NDC Partnership’s third annual Youth Engagement Forum (YEF23): Shaping Our Future
    NDC Partnership’s third annual Youth Engagement Forum (YEF23): Shaping Our Future
    Thu, Jul 06
    Virtual Event
    Jul 06, 2023, 9:00 AM – Jul 27, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Jul 06, 2023, 9:00 AM – Jul 27, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Virtual Event
  • Bonn Climate Change Conference (SB58)
    Bonn Climate Change Conference (SB58)
    Mon, Jun 05
    Virtual and in-person
    Jun 05, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Virtual and in-person
    Jun 05, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Virtual and in-person
    The 58th sessions of the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice and the Subsidiary Body for Implementation (SB 58) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
  • Learning Session on Circularity Beyond the Hype
    Learning Session on Circularity Beyond the Hype
    Thu, May 11
    Virtual Event
    May 11, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM GMT+7
    Virtual Event
    May 11, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM GMT+7
    Virtual Event
    How well do you know about circularity? Is it just the hype? Open to young people in Asia and the Pacific from 18-35 years old, the event will provide participants with knowledge and insights on circularity and an informal networking session.
  • United Nations ECOSOC Youth Forum 2023
    United Nations ECOSOC Youth Forum 2023
    Tue, Apr 25
    Virtual Event
    Apr 25, 2023, 7:00 PM – Apr 27, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Apr 25, 2023, 7:00 PM – Apr 27, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Virtual Event
  • Access to Safe and Sufficient Water: A Right of Children and Future Generations
    Access to Safe and Sufficient Water: A Right of Children and Future Generations
    Wed, Mar 29
    Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom
    Mar 29, 2023, 5:10 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+7
    Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Rajadamnern Nok Avenue Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
    Mar 29, 2023, 5:10 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+7
    Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Rajadamnern Nok Avenue Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
    Side Event - the 10th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD)
  • The Road to 10th APFSD: Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment in Climate Action
    The Road to 10th APFSD: Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment in Climate Action
    Thu, Mar 23
    Virtual Event
    Mar 23, 2023, 11:00 AM – Mar 24, 2023, 3:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Mar 23, 2023, 11:00 AM – Mar 24, 2023, 3:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Open to young people, professionals and climate enthusiasts in Asia and the Pacific, the Road to 10th APFSD: Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment in Climate Action is happening on 23-24 March 2023!!!
  • Youth-led Solutions for a New Eco-Social Contract
    Youth-led Solutions for a New Eco-Social Contract
    Wed, Mar 22
    Webinar
    Mar 22, 2023, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Webinar
    Mar 22, 2023, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Webinar
    Co-hosted by UNRISD and GEC, and as part of the activities of the Global Research and Action Network for a New Eco-Social Contract, this webinar is the first in a new series spearheaded by youth leaders convening brilliant young minds for a just and equitable future.
  • Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Forum 2023
    Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Forum 2023
    Sat, Mar 18
    Virtual Event
    Mar 18, 2023, 9:00 AM – Mar 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Mar 18, 2023, 9:00 AM – Mar 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    The Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Forum 2023 will be organized ahead of APFSD.
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Our Objectives

Awareness for Action

How can youth contribute to making a difference?

From a Promise to Action

How can governments engage youth in meaningful ways?

Knowledge for Action

Making curated thought leadership and research available for all

Resources towards Action

Providing resources to scale up the climate action of young people and youth organizations

ABOUT US

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OPPORTUNITIES

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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

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RESOURCES

Find useful reports, research, toolkits and publications for young climate activists

NEWS & STORIES

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