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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
Hasib Rafi
Jan 165 min read
Youth Rising for Climate Governance in Papua New Guinea
By Duncan Wohwiehembe Nestled in the heart of Madang Province, Papua New Guinea, Sumkar District is a region as breathtakingly beautiful...
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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
Oct 16, 20244 min read
Movers and YECAP Fellows Envision the World Youth Want in CED8 Youth Statement
Movers and YECAP Fellows delivered a Youth Statement during the eighth session of the Committee on Environment and Development (CED8).
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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 28, 20243 min read
YECAP Reaches New Milestone for Meaningful Youth Engagement in NDCs across Pacific Island Countries
YECAP hosted a successful workshop on Meaningful Youth Engagement in NDCs in Samoa.
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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
Aug 9, 20243 min read
Chi’s Innovative Steps: From Climate Research to Action
Through her work, Chi embodies the belief that every step, no matter how small, contributes to a larger, more resilient world.
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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 19, 20242 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.
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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
Mar 1, 20242 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...
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Asia-Pacific Youth
Feb 27, 20243 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.
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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 20, 20233 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...
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