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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
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
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
Protecting Indigenous Heritage is Protecting the Environment
In India and the Asia-Pacific region, there is a pressing challenge – a challenge that goes beyond borders and time.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Jul 24, 20233 min read
Our Heritage, Our Future: Indigenous Youth on the Front Lines of Climate Change
When the word "Indigenous" is mentioned, what images come to your mind?
Asia-Pacific Youth
Jul 24, 20233 min read
Climate Change Impacts on Chittagong Hill Tracts
Indigenous Peoples in Bangladesh are taking climate action to mitigate the impacts of climate change in Chittagong Hill Tracts.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Jul 24, 20235 min read
Building Youth Leadership in Climate Action: YECAP Climate Negotiator Training Paves the Path
Second Online YECAP Climate Negotiators Training Explores the Significance of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
Asia-Pacific Youth
Jun 26, 20233 min read
Reflections on Action for Climate Empowerment in SB58
When it comes to global climate action, Action for Climate Empowerment (ACE) is not usually among the first themes that come to mind...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Jun 16, 20234 min read
Youth Power Shines at Bonn Climate Change Conference, Inspiring Urgent Climate Action
Read about the key takeaways from the Bonn Climate Change Conference (SB58) where youth activists, policymakers, and global leaders discuss
Asia-Pacific Youth
Jun 13, 20233 min read
Youth Statement for ESCAP 79th session of the Commission
Revealing the full Youth Statement for the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific 79th session of the Commission On 15...
Asia-Pacific Youth
May 12, 20234 min read
YECAP Introductory Session to Kickstart YECAP Climate Negotiator Training this May
The YECAP Introductory Session was held virtually to introduce participants to the YECAP Training Programme happening this May.
Asia-Pacific Youth
May 3, 20232 min read
Road to 10th APFSD Regional Dialogue Unites Over 11,000 Participants Across Asia-Pacific
Young environmental activists, professionals, and partners from various sectors in Asia and the Pacific came together to discuss...
Asia-Pacific Youth
Mar 27, 20233 min read
Road to 10th APFSD to Kickstart Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment in Climate Action this March
The Road to 10th APFSD: Regional Dialogue on Youth Empowerment in Climate Action is happening on 23-24 March 2023.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Feb 15, 20231 min read
Climate Change and Urban Food Security
A crucial element of human well-being and a requirement for sustainable development is food security.
Asia-Pacific Youth
Feb 8, 20232 min read
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