CALLING ALL SOMALI YOUNG CLIMATE ADVOCATES
Recognizing the pivotal role of youth engagement in climate action, there is an urgent call to prioritize Action for Climate Empowerment for young people. This involves emphasizing the significance of capacity building, local actions and grassroots initiatives alongside global efforts.
Welcome to LCOY Somalia 2024
LCOY Somalia 2024 marks the first local youth conference in Somalia on Climate Change. It aims to bring together young individuals from across the country to address pressing issues, foster dialogue, and empower the youth to become agents of change. LCOY Somalia 2024 will serve as a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and networking, creating opportunities for young Somalis to actively participate in shaping their future.
Vision
Empower and inspire Somali youth to become proactive agents of change, driving sustainable development and positive social transformation in their communities.
Mission
☑ Provide a platform for young Somalis to collaborate, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue on pressing social, environmental, and economic issues.
☑ Foster leadership skills, knowledge sharing, and capacity building among youth participants.
☑ Encourage the development and implementation of sustainable projects and initiatives by young people.
Program Highlights
Uniting to forge a sustainable future for Somalia
Keynote speeches
Keynote speeches by renowned experts in the field of climate change and sustainability.
Panel discussions
Panel discussions featuring young leaders, policymakers, and professionals.
Networking sessions
Networking sessions and opportunities for future collaboration.
Youth-led presentations
Workshops, training sessions, and interactive activities promoting skills development.
KEY ACTIVITIES OF LCOY Somalia 2024
LCOY Somalia serves the same purposes as regional COYs to gather youth from all over the world and discuss national adaptation to environmental and climate change. At LCOY Somalia, young individuals share their voices with each other and the world and become an efficient part of national and regional movements.
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Workshops and Training Sessions
providing participants with opportunities to enhance their knowledge, develop skills, and engage in capacity building.
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Project Presentations and Showcasing
Sharing the innovative projects, initiatives, and solutions related to climate change and SDG led by youth.
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Panel Discussions
This is an integral parts of LCOY Somalia 2024, offering insights from experts, policymakers, and young leaders on critical climate change and sustainability topics.
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Group discussions
These are sessions provide a platform for participants to collaborate, exchange ideas, and collectively address specific challenges and opportunities related to climate change and SDGs.
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Cultural and Creative Expressions
Providing a platform for participants to showcase their artistic talents, cultural heritage, and creative responses to climate change.
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Closing Ceremony and Commitment Pledge
Provides an opportunity to reflect on the event, celebrate achievements, and make a commitment to continued action and collaboration beyond the conference.
Together we can weave a sustainable future for Somalia
Together we can weave a sustainable tapestry of hope and resilience in Somalia. Let us nurture our land, empower our people, and forge a brighter future for generations to come.
LCOY Somalia 2024 Hosts
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