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Get ready for the first-ever #Movers4Climate Festival!

From 20 September to 12 October, we're not just hosting an event—we're building a movement! This is your chance to learn, take action, and have your voice heard for a greener, more sustainable future.

What’s waiting for you?
YECAPxMovers Workshops Series: 9 impactful sessions on climate, biodiversity, wellbeing, and green jobs led by youth leaders.
#Movers4Green Jobs Challenge: Boost your green job readiness with daily actions, in collaboration with Climate Incubator.
World We Want Youth Consultations: Share your voice with policymakers ahead of the 8th ESCAP Committee on Environment and Development.

You only need to register once, then join in whenever it fits your schedule. Be part of the sessions that matter most to you

Calling young Changemakers!

You are invited to join Generation Hope Goals at the 12th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD).

Are you a passionate youth aged 16-24 from the Asia Pacific region?

Do you have a Climate Action solution addressing air pollution, gender equality, green jobs/economies or marine protection?

Priority will be given to representatives from the following countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Viet Nam. Participants from other countries may be considered self-funded or contingent on additional support.

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Events and Important Days

ASEAN Blue Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 31 May 2024 (11:59 PM Jakarta)
Call for Solutions
Deadline: 31 May 2024 (11:59 PM Jakarta)
Call for Solutions
Deadline: 31 May 2024 (11:59 PM Jakarta)
Call for Solutions
This ASEAN endeavour is supported by UNDP and the Government of Japan to spark innovation for the blue economy in ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste. Up to US$ 40,000 in funding is available for each of the 60 most promising ideas!
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Youth & the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - A global public consultation in the lead up to ECOSOC Youth Forum
Time is TBD
Online Consultation
Time is TBD
Online Consultation
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!
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Building Capacities for Youth to Fully Seize the Green Opportunities of the Energy Transition
Mon, Sep 30
Virtual Event
Sep 30, 2024, 11:50 PM – Oct 01, 2024, 1:30 PM
Virtual Event
Sep 30, 2024, 11:50 PM – Oct 01, 2024, 1:30 PM
Virtual Event
As a follow-up of the event that took place at the 5th Capacity-Building Hub at COP28, the session continues enhancing the discussion on the need to build capacities and skills for green jobs for youth so they fully seize the opportunities of the green transition.
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Summit of the Future Youth Action Day
Fri, Sep 20
Location is TBD
Sep 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location is TBD
Sep 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location is TBD
The Summit of the Future Action Days will take place on 20 and 21 September and will focus on multistakeholder partnership and action, in keeping with the vision of multilateralism that is more inclusive and networked, and thus effective.
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Road to COP 29: Advancing Meaningful Children and Youth Engagement in the UNFCCC and NDC 3.0 Process
Mon, Sep 16
Virtual Event
Sep 16, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CST
Virtual Event
Sep 16, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CST
Virtual Event
This consultation will be an opportunity for youth to engage directly with the COP29 Presidency Youth Climate Champion, and thereby provide inputs for consideration in the ongoing planning for COP29 in Baku and as part of implementation of the PYCC NDC 3.0 campaign.
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Regional Conference of Youth (RCOY) APAC 2024
Mon, Sep 02
Location is TBD
Sep 02, 2024, 7:00 PM – Sep 06, 2024, 11:00 PM
Location is TBD
Sep 02, 2024, 7:00 PM – Sep 06, 2024, 11:00 PM
Location is TBD
RCOY APAC 2024 is happening in Sri Lanka from 2-6 September.
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LCOY Viet Nam 2024
Sun, Aug 18
Bình Thạnh
Aug 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bình Thạnh, 215 Đ. Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 15, Bình Thạnh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
Aug 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bình Thạnh, 215 Đ. Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 15, Bình Thạnh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
LCOY Viet Nam 2024 will be the largest gathering of over 500 young people and stakeholders from various sectors across the country.
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LCOY Cambodia 2024
Sat, Aug 10
Location is TBD
Aug 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – Aug 11, 2024, 5:00 PM
Location is TBD
Aug 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – Aug 11, 2024, 5:00 PM
Location is TBD
Are you ready for the Local Conferences of Youth (LCOYs) this year? The registration form is now open for 200 enthusiastic youth to join the upcoming LCOY Cambodia 2024.
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Nelson Mandela Leadership Dialogue
Thu, Jul 18
Virtual Event
Jul 18, 2024, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM GMT+7
Virtual Event
Jul 18, 2024, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM GMT+7
Virtual Event
Inspired by the legacy of Nelson Mandela, who was adept at convening stakeholders and bridging divides, this series promises to offer valuable insights and foster meaningful discussions.
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Youth-Led Digital Innovations for Sustainable Development and Climate Action in Asia and the Pacific Side Event
Tue, Apr 23
Hybrid Event
Apr 23, 2024, 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM GMT+7
Hybrid Event
Apr 23, 2024, 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM GMT+7
Hybrid Event
This event will take place on 23 April 2024, from 17:30 to 18:30 (GMT +7), both in-person* at Meeting Room A, United Nations Conference Centre Bangkok, and online via Zoom and will be on the second day of the YECAP Regional Dialogue on Youth empowerment in Climate Action.
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Climate Action Spotlight: Youth Power in Motion – Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment 2024
Mon, Apr 22
Hybrid Event
Apr 22, 2024, 11:00 AM GMT+7 – Apr 23, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7
Hybrid Event
Apr 22, 2024, 11:00 AM GMT+7 – Apr 23, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7
Hybrid Event
The Climate Action Spotlight: Youth Power in Motion Regional Dialogue will provide a platform for showcasing youth experiences, fostering partnerships, and sharing initiatives that drive impactful change.
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ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024 (Virtual Participation)
Tue, Apr 16
Virtual Forum
Apr 16, 2024, 9:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 5:00 AM GMT+7
Virtual Forum
Apr 16, 2024, 9:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 5:00 AM GMT+7
Virtual Forum
The annual ECOSOC Youth Forum, which was launched in 2012, has become a space where young people can contribute to policy discussions at the United Nations through their collective ideas, solutions and innovations.
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YECAP Climate Action Week 2024
Mon, Apr 15
Virtual Event
Apr 15, 2024, 4:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7
Virtual Event
Apr 15, 2024, 4:00 PM GMT+7 – Apr 19, 2024, 6:00 PM GMT+7
Virtual Event
Join us and our partners for week-long climate activities!
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Young Champions of the Earth
Fri, Apr 05
Location is TBD
Apr 05, 2024, 9:00 AM
Location is TBD
Apr 05, 2024, 9:00 AM
Location is TBD
UNEP's flagship youth engagement initiative Young Champions of the Earth has been re-launched and applications for the 2024 cycle are now open until 5 April. Help spread the word!
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Workshop: Empowering Young Women and Girls with Green Skills and Careers
Fri, Mar 08
Virtual Workshop
Mar 08, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+7
Virtual Workshop
Mar 08, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+7
Virtual Workshop
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore green careers and empower young women and girls in the Asia-Pacific region this International Women's Day
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Hear our voice! Young People at the Summit of the Future 2024
Tue, Mar 05
Consultation series
Mar 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:37 AM
Consultation series
Mar 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:37 AM
Consultation series
The online consultation: "Hear our voice! Young People at the Summit of the Future 2024" has been launched on UNDP's SparkBlue platform.
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Engaging Youth in a Green and Just Economy Transition at Scale - 11th APFSD Side Event
Fri, Feb 23
Khwaeng Bang Khun Phrom
Feb 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM 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 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM 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
Come learn about the role of youth in a green and just economy transition, from engaging in green jobs, leading solutions, or co-creating programmes with stakeholders and so much more.
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Meaningfully Engaging Youth in Climate Governance - 11th APFSD Side Event
Wed, Feb 21
Webinar
Feb 21, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM GMT+7
Webinar
Feb 21, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM GMT+7
Webinar
Join us to take a deep dive into participation and representation, partnerships and collaboration, and support and resources regarding meaningful youth engagement in climate change governance.
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