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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

12k

Youth Climate Leaders Reached

30

Active

Fellows

262

Sessions

Arranged

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Earth for Us to Protect

Read the new op-ed on the "Urgent need to protect young climate activists" by Christophe Bahuet, the UN Development Programme’s Deputy Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific and AnnaMaria Oltorp, Head of the Development Cooperation Section, Regional Asia and the Pacific, of the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok.

Upcoming Events

  • 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!
  • Building Capacities for Youth to Fully Seize the Green Opportunities of the Energy Transition
    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.
  • 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.
  • Road to COP 29: Advancing Meaningful Children and Youth Engagement in the UNFCCC and NDC 3.0 Process
    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.
  • 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.
  • LCOY Viet Nam 2024
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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