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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

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Youth Climate Leaders Reached

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Highlights

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Youth2030: Progress Report 2024 is live! It represents a significant milestone, marking six years since the launch of Youth2030, the UN Youth Strategy. The current report offers a comprehensive overview of the progress in implementation of Youth2030. It shows the strides made by the UN system in advancing global youth commitments and youth focus in UN strategic planning processes.

Events and Important Days

  • LCOY Cambodia 2024
    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.
  • Regional Conference of Youth (RCOY) APAC 2024
    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.
  • Summit of the Future Youth Action Day
    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.
  • ASEAN Blue Innovation Challenge
    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!
  • 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!
  • Nelson Mandela Leadership Dialogue
    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.
  • Youth-Led Digital Innovations for Sustainable Development and Climate Action in Asia and the Pacific Side Event
    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.
  • Climate Action Spotlight: Youth Power in Motion –  Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment 2024
    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.
  • ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024 (Virtual Participation)
    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.
  • YECAP Climate Action Week 2024
    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!
  • Young Champions of the Earth
    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!
  • Workshop: Empowering Young Women and Girls with Green Skills and Careers
    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
  • Hear our voice! Young People at the Summit of the Future 2024
    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.
  • Engaging Youth in a Green and Just Economy Transition at Scale - 11th APFSD Side Event
    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.
  • Meaningfully Engaging Youth in Climate Governance - 11th APFSD Side Event
    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.
  • 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.
  • 11th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Climathon
    11th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Climathon
    Mon, Jan 01
    Virtual Event
    Jan 01, 2024, 9:00 AM – Feb 29, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Jan 01, 2024, 9:00 AM – Feb 29, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Participate in the 11th APFSD Youth Climathon, a climate action 'ideathon' organized by UN ESCAP, YECAP, Hackathon Thailand, and Asia LEDS that will bring together young minds from across the Asia-Pacific region to develop innovative solutions for accelerating climate action.
  • 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
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Awareness for Action

How can youth contribute to making a difference?

From a Promise to Action

How can governments engage youth in meaningful ways?

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Youth Empowerment in Climate Action Platform

The Youth Empowerment in Climate Action Platform (YECAP) was established by UNDP in Asia and the Pacific in collaboration with UNFCCC, RCC Asia and the Pacific, UNICEF East Asia and the Pacific, UNICEF South Asia, the British Council, YOUNGO, Movers Programme, and 2030 Youth Force in response to young people across the region calling for urgent action on the climate agenda. Youth in all their diverse identities and experiences advance their climate journeys with the support from YECAP to meaningfully engage in action, advocacy, and acceleration of the movement towards a just climate future.

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