Children & Youth vs. the Climate Crisis: Where do we go from here?

 

The YOUNGO Human Rights WG hosts an Special Event as part of the UN Climate Change Dialogues 2020: Children & Youth vs. the Climate Crisis: Where do we go from here? (2 December, 16:00-17:00 CET)

 
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During COP25, governments and youth activists united for a historic moment to sign the first-ever Intergovernmental Declaration on Children, Youth and Climate Action, supported by the COP25 Presidency, YOUNGO, UNICEF, David Boyd- UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and Environment on behalf of the Children’s Environmental Rights Initiative, Michelle Bachelet- UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and H.E Mary Robinson on behalf of The Elders.

The Declaration has been signed by 12 countries so far, and is based on priorities identified by YOUNGO and inputs from children and youth across the world. It is the first of its kind commitment from States to accelerate inclusive, child and youth-centered climate policies and action at national and global levels.

These developments reflect the passion and energy of the youth movement, which continues to demand more ambitious action, and that their voices be heard.

Topics:

  • Highlight the commitments that States have made to advance children's rights in climate policy and action through the Intergovernmental Declaration on Children, Youth and Climate Action

  • Explore how these commitments can be taken forward at national level and through COP26

  • Share practical resources and tools for youth activists that can help support implementation these commitments

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