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🤯 Talking with many #youth at #COP28, several of them mentioned the difficulty of feeling prepared for the conference. It’s not easy to stay ready and follow what happens at COP, even if you are present there (and I can confirm this from personal experience). The topics discussed are vast and diverse, the conference area is enormous, and time flies faster than it seems (as always!). 🫠 Despite the high effort put into seeking information, understanding who will be present, and knowing which debates will be held, a sense of confusion and unpreparedness is still present, especially for first-time attendees. Could this be due to a gap in the information system and pre-COP communication? 🌎 For instance, #LossAndDamage is among the hot topics of recent COPs, as evidenced by the creation of its fund at COP27 and its operationalisation during the first day of COP28. So, how many youth were aware of it, and what did they know about it? 📰 What emerged is that the majority of the youth interviewed have probably been influenced by #media coverage in forming their opinions, particularly those with a more general and superficial awareness of the topic. So this brings to another question: how can media better #support youth on #technicaltopics like this, making them more #accessible and #engaging? The objective would be to create #curiosity and develop #criticalthinking, going beyond summarising brief information. 🔍 Find out more about these points in my new article for Rethinking Climate and let me know your thoughts!

🌍 At COP28, youth activists faced significant barriers to meaningful involvement in negotiations. Despite the highest youth participation ever, issues like lack of accessibility, inadequate training, and intergenerational gaps persist. It's time to move beyond symbolic gestures and ensure genuine youth involvement in climate decision-making. 🌍 Read more about their struggles and insights here in this article by Barbara Monticelli: https://lnkd.in/dus8zWTX #ClimateChange #YouthInvolvement #COP28 #RethinkingClimate

🤔 Have you also heard about how the last COP improved youth inclusion? Are you sure about that? And if so, in what terms? 👩🏼🤝👨🏽 We all know that youth, as future adults, are at the forefront of advocating for climate change, and it is evident how they are positively and strongly influencing the scene. Institutions and adults are starting to consider and involve them more and more compared to the past, recognizing their value, but at a certain level that is still not possible to be considered as a complete inclusion. Indeed at COP28, yes, the amount of youth who participated was definitely much higher compared to the previous COPs, which is a great and essential step forward since this opens the doors to many new opportunities for much more youth. However, let’s take a deeper look at this growth in youth participation from a more qualitative perspective. 🔍 Also according to the Youth Stocktake of UNFCCC Processes released by YOUNGO, what appears is that youth participating at COP28 were mainly restricted to observers. Indeed many of them did not have access to negotiations, and even those who did still had to deal with barriers that were affecting their effectiveness, with the consequence of being often excluded from the actual decision-making processes. 🚫 Do you think that there could be sings of youth washing in this matter? 👇🏻 Have a look at my article below “Youth involvement in COP28 negotiations: struggles behind the scenes” for Rethinking Climate to better explore this theme and let me know what you think about it! 🇮🇹 Ps You will soon find it in Italian as well, published by Osservatorio Parigi on their website!

Just 3 days to COP29! 🌍 What does COP mean for us, and what can we expect from this year's critical discussions? COP stands for Conference of the Parties. It’s a unique opportunity for governments, organizations, activists, and especially youth, to come together to confront the climate crisis. At ChildFund, we believe that young voices are essential in shaping a sustainable future, which is why we are committed to empowering them to be part of the solution. What changes do you hope to see from COP29? 🌍✊ #OurPlanetOurFuture #YouthVoices #ChildFund #ChildfundSl #COP29 #COP29Azerbaijan #ClimateAction #Baku

𝐓𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐰𝐧: 7:44 𝐀𝐌, 24 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐮, 𝐂𝐎𝐏29 After 24 hours of intense negotiations last day, I was among the last few with my fellow advocates to leave the COP29 venue. These long hours were dedicated to ensuring that the voices of our civil society and constituency were heard—even as we spoke last after all Parties. The last three weeks have been challenging, with moments of frustration and limited progress, yet grounded in immense hope and determination. While a detailed summary of COP29’s outcomes will follow in the coming days, I want to take this moment to share a message for the Global South and our allies in the North: 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞. 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧. The work continues, and together, we will strive for a more sustainable and just future. 🌍✊ Seruni Salsabila Atif J. Shaik Imran Hussain Choudhary Achintya Ghosal Ayadi Mishra Menna Zayed Paul Jenkinson #COP29 #ClimateAction #GlobalSouth #ClimateFinance #YouthInclusion #Sustainability #SustainableFuture #ClimateNegotiations

Youth Voices Resonate Loud and Clear at COP29 | #GreenerFuture COP29 became a historic milestone, not just for advancing climate action but for showcasing the incredible power of youth advocacy. From the plenary sessions to grassroots pavilions, young leaders made their voices heard, shaping the narrative and driving bold commitments toward a sustainable future. Youth at the Forefront of Climate Action Youth delegates from around the globe brought energy, passion, and innovative ideas to the negotiation table. Their impact was undeniable, influencing key discussions on climate justice, renewable energy transitions, and climate finance. Through their tireless advocacy, they highlighted the urgency of addressing the climate crisis and holding leaders accountable for decisive action. Key moments included: Policy Advocacy: Youth delegates successfully pushed for more ambitious targets to phase out fossil fuels, resulting in unprecedented commitments by major stakeholders. Innovative Solutions: From showcasing cutting-edge renewable technologies to proposing new carbon offset mechanisms, young innovators set the tone for what’s possible. Climate Justice Demands: Youth representatives ensured that the voices of marginalized communities, including indigenous populations and small-island states, were amplified and addressed. Platforms for Engagement Throughout the conference, youth forums, workshops, and side events created spaces for young people to lead and collaborate. Their contributions were celebrated, from hosting panels with policymakers to organizing marches that drew global attention to their demands. For the first time in COP history, a Youth Climate Action Declaration was formally adopted, marking a turning point in the inclusion of youth in international decision-making. This landmark achievement is a testament to their resilience and determination. The Message Is Clear: Youth Are Not the Future—They Are the Now The message from COP29 is resounding: young people are not just advocates for change—they are architects of it. They’ve shown the world that their insights, energy, and vision are indispensable in building a greener, fairer planet. A Call to Continue the Momentum As we reflect on COP29, let us carry forward the lessons learned and commitments made. To all the youth who stood up and spoke out, your voices echoed far and wide, inspiring millions. The fight for climate justice continues, and your leadership will remain at the heart of the journey. 🌍 Let’s continue to empower youth and build the sustainable world they demand and deserve. #YouthVoices #COP29 #ClimateAction #GreenerFuture #SustainabilityLeadership

How community action can equal global change After finishing her role with the UK’s youth delegation at Cop28, Southgate resident Arianna Abdul-Nour reflects on what was achieved and what still needs to be done. She tells us, "If nothing else, attending Cop taught me that community-level action can equal global level change. Now I am back in North London, it is organisations such as Enfield Climate Action Forum (EnCaf) that inspire me to keep the movement going locally. Known for its grassroots initiatives, EnCaf has spearheaded projects ranging from tree planting to educational campaigns on sustainable living. Their efforts resonate not only locally but also serve as inspirational models for similar grassroots movements worldwide. By empowering people to take tangible steps towards sustainability in their own communities, EnCaf embodies the ethos that collective action, no matter how small, can catalyse significant change. They offer a beacon of hope, demonstrating the power of ordinary citizens coming together to address extraordinary challenges." Read more at https://lnkd.in/e_kuKEwG

🌍💚 Two of our Both ENDS colleagues, Marius and Daan, are currently at COP, proudly representing part of the Internationale Klimaatcoalitie! Together with civil society organisations in the Netherlands, we are pushing for climate justice and advocating for fair and ambitious Dutch climate policy at both national and international levels. 🌱 Marius is focused on sustainable trade and financial flows, calling for an end to financing fossil energy projects and supporting a fair and equitable energy transition. As a policy advocacy expert, he’s pushing for systemic change in the Netherlands and the European Union. 🔋💡 Daan is working with the Global Alliance For Green And Gender Action (GAGGA), a program dedicated to gender, climate, and environmental justice. He brings expertise on climate funds, including the GCF, and works on ensuring local communities have access to climate finance. ⚖️💵 At events like COP, it’s crucial to amplify voices and issues that are often sidelined. Marius and Daan are there to ensure themes like trade and climate, climate justice financing, and gender are front and center. Want to learn more about why Both ENDS is at COP29 and what we’re doing there? Check out an interview on our website: https://lnkd.in/e7BxE3Hr 📰🔗 #ClimateJustice #COP #BothENDS #GenderAndClimate #ClimateFinance #SustainableTransition #GlobalSouth #TradeAndClimate #COP29 #UNFCCC

To My Friends and Fellow Climate Advocates Who Couldn’t Make It to COP29 🌍 I know the feeling of watching major global events unfold from afar, wanting to be there, to contribute, and to ensure that real voices for change are heard. If you couldn’t make it to COP29, don’t be disheartened—because this is only one step in a much larger journey. There's always another COP just around the corner. The fight for climate justice doesn’t begin or end at COP. It’s in the communities we engage with, the policies we influence, and the actions we take every single day. COP30 is just around the corner, and I’m already working to ensure that the real climate activists—the ones who are out there leading grassroots movements, mobilizing communities, and driving real impact—have the platform they deserve. In this regard we had a powerful roundtable session in the Pakistan Pavilion and we've already gathered enough support for you to be part of COP 30 in Brazil ✅ We’re building momentum for COP30 to amplify your voices and showcase the power of collective action. Whether you’re in the room or behind the scenes, your work matters. And trust me, this movement isn’t the same without you. So let’s gear up for the next milestone together 🤗 Stay engaged, stay vocal, and let’s ensure that the voices of true changemakers are heard louder than ever. If you’re ready to collaborate, share your ideas, or just need some encouragement, my inbox is always open. Forget about COP 29 it's almost gone. Let’s make COP30 a stage for real climate action, led by real climate leaders. 💚 See you at COP 30 Brazil ✅ #ClimateAction #COP29 #RoadtoCOP30 #YouthEngagement #Skillistan

While the end of #COP29 draws near on the 22nd of November, women and girls still continue to pay dearly for the climate crisis but as agents of change they're building and leading movements that will create a just and sustainable world. Approaches such as decolonised #climatefinancing give grassroots organisations the autonomy and choice to respond swiftly to emergencies brought on by climate change. This funding however needs to be rapid and flexible. Read more by our climate justice expert Kalie Weninger https://lnkd.in/ddUizh-r