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The human-interest stories represent individual viewpoints of young people across Asia and the Pacific. While we aim to share diverse perspectives on climate change, YECAP does not guarantee the accuracy or endorse the viewpoints expressed. If you would like to suggest relevant content or stories to be featured here, please contact yecap.ap@gmail.com
Climate Crisis, Youth, and THE Movement
The global youth climate movement, or the “unnecessarily loud movement” according to some people, is loud, bold and vibrant.
Asia-Pacific Youth
May 20, 20243 min read
What is ESG? How Does It Benefit the Youth Climate Movement?
How well do you know ESG and its benefits for the youth climate movement?
Asia-Pacific Youth
May 10, 20246 min read
Asia-Pacific Youth Celebrate Earth Day at YECAP Regional Dialogue 2024
Young people, government representatives, multilateral agencies, NGOs, and intergovernmental organizations across the Asia-Pacific region...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Apr 23, 20245 min read
Announcing the YECAP Climate Action Week 2024
Discover how you can take action on climate change by joining the YECAP Climate Action Week 2024.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Mar 19, 20242 min read
Green Horizons: Reflections on Working in the Environmental Field as a Youth
Working in the environmental field evokes a complex mix of conviction and conflict, stirring feelings of both righteousness and unease.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Mar 12, 20244 min read
Workshop: Empowering Young Women and Girls with Green Skills and Careers
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore green careers and empower young women and girls in the Asia-Pacific region this...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Mar 1, 20242 min read
Our Heritage, Our Future: Indigenous Young Woman Breaking Stereotypes and Rising Above Adversity
This story will give you a glimpse into the life of Sabba Rani Maharjan, a young Indigenous woman and frontline climate activist.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Feb 27, 20243 min read
Navigating Climate Change through a Planetary Health Lens
Exploring the intersection of climate change and health in Borneo from adversity to resilience
Asia-Pacific Youth
Feb 8, 20247 min read
Youth-Led Activities Take Center Stage at Asia Pacific Climate Week 2023
Asia Pacific Climate Week 2023 (APCW 2023) showcased the vibrant participation of young people from across the region.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Nov 20, 20235 min read
The Legacy of Super Typhoon Haiyan on Climate Action, 10 Years Later
Ten years ago, the Philippines was hit by category-five storm Haiyan Within a short period of time, everything changed.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Nov 7, 20234 min read
Addressing Loss and Damage: a Developing (Country) Story
A delegate from the Global North claimed that developed countries are only obligated to fund adaptation and mitigation solutions.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Nov 7, 20234 min read
Sparking Youth-Led Climate Solutions at Youth4Climate 2023
Young changemakers from Bangladesh are making a difference in their communities, one climate solution at a time When climate change...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 20, 20233 min read
What Should an ASEAN Environmental Rights Framework Look Like?
The year 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, offering a timely opportunity for reflection.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 17, 20234 min read
Youth For Change: 3 Days, 1 Mission - Climate Resilient Development
LCOY India 2023 was attended by 130 young people from a variety of rural, urban, indigenous, and underrepresented areas of India.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 9, 20233 min read
LCOY India 2023 Is Shaping Tomorrow's Climate Leaders
LCOY India 2023, held from 23-25 September, was a remarkable gathering that brought together young climate activists and enthusiasts.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 6, 20233 min read
Engaging with Youth and Youth Movements at Sida Annual Partners Meeting 2023
In an inspiring and informative session during the Sida Annual Partners Meeting 2023, youth climate activists and partners came together...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 3, 20233 min read
Empowering Youth Pioneers for Climate Action at LCOY Viet Nam 2023
Young climate activists in Viet Nam united to share their voices in addressing the climate crisis at LCOY Viet Nam 2023.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Sep 29, 20232 min read
LCOY Pakistan 2023: Igniting Youth-Led Climate Action
Young people actively led climate action discussions at LCOY Pakistan On 24-25 August 2023, the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY)...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Aug 30, 20232 min read
Third Session of YECAP Climate Negotiator Training Programme Empowers Young Climate Leaders
Youth Empowerment in Climate Action Platform (YECAP) successfully conducted the third session of the YECAP Climate Negotiators Training
Asia-Pacific Youth
Aug 11, 20234 min read
Is “Youth Climate Advocate” Still Necessary in this Era?
There is no such thing as "natural disasters." This is one of my fondest learnings when I was still training as a climate scientist.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Aug 8, 20234 min read
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