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NEWS & STORIES
News from YECAP and Stories from Youth
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
Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 24, 20244 min read
Youth in NDC 3.0 Asia Forum: Driving Inclusivity towards More Ambitious Climate Action
The NDC Regional Forum for Asia provided opportunities for young people to lead and meaningfully engage in NDC discussions...
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Sep 25, 20243 min read
Introducing the Regional Youth Parliament on Climate Action Members 2024
Meet the inspiring Members of the Regional Youth Parliament on Climate Action (RYPCA) 2024.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Aug 21, 20244 min read
Loss of regional climate weeks and what it means for civil society
When the UNFCCC announced the cancellation of the Regional Climate Weeks (RCWs) this year...
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Jun 6, 20246 min read
Turbocharging Youth Empowerment for Climate Justice in Asia and the Pacific
Sweden supports a regional climate action platform to empower young change-makers, YECAP.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
May 20, 20243 min read
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.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
May 10, 20246 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?
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Apr 23, 20245 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...
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Mar 12, 20243 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.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Feb 8, 20247 min read
Navigating Climate Change through a Planetary Health Lens
Exploring the intersection of climate change and health in Borneo from adversity to resilience
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Nov 20, 20234 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.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Nov 7, 20234 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.
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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.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Oct 6, 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.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Aug 11, 20234 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
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Jul 24, 20233 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.
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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?
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Jul 24, 20235 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.
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Jun 13, 20233 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
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Asia-Pacific Youth
May 19, 20233 min read
Accelerating Climate Action with Youth during 79th ESCAP Commission Session
YECAP Youth participated in the Side Event, “Acceleration of Climate Action: Engagement and Empowerment of Youth for the Future”
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Asia-Pacific Youth
May 12, 20234 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...
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