Youth Voices for COP30
As COP30 unfolds in Belém, our Youth for COP 2025 participants are bringing powerful reflections to the forefront through their blogs, sharing how the climate crisis is unfolding across their home countries — from India, Nepal, and Bangladesh to the Dominican Republic. Each piece captures the urgency of climate change impacts, national priorities, and community stories, while connecting them to the broader global dialogue on climate justice and action. Some of these exceptional blogs have been featured on The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia website, highlighting the depth, insight, and passion of our young climate voices. Through their writing, these participants are inspiring world leaders to act boldly and reminding us all of the shared responsibility to create a sustainable and equitable future.
Workshop 1: My Voice, Our Movement – Arts-Based Advocacy for Climate Justice
Held on 11th October 2025, the first workshop of Youth for COP 2025 centered on the transformative power of arts-based advocacy in advancing climate justice. Led by Shrutija Saxena, Founding Director of Kala aur Vakalat, the session invited youth leaders to explore how personal identity, lived experience, and creative expression can shape compelling climate narratives. Participants engaged with the concept of intergenerational equity and examined how storytelling, visual arts, and performance can amplify marginalized voices and mobilize collective action. Through interactive exercises and reflective dialogue, the workshop empowered youth to craft advocacy that is authentic, inclusive, and rooted in justice. If you’re passionate about creative approaches to climate engagement, this session is a powerful starting point.
Program Timeline
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26th July
2025
Opening Ceremony
Workshop 1
10th August
2025
23rd August
2025
30th August
2025
20th September
2025
27th September
2025
Demystifying COP – Foundations & Futures
4th October
2025
11th October
2025
18th October
2025
December
2025 (TBD)
Climate Finance & Justice
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Just Transition &
Green Jobs
Adaptation & Resilience
Forests, Biodiversity & Indigenous Wisdom
Nationally Determined Contributions 3.0
Debriefing Session: COP 30
Workshop 2
About the Program
Empowering youth to engage in policy making and negotiations is imperative in today's world. The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia is collaborating with partners who share a commitment to nurturing the next generation of climate leaders. Through "Youth 4 COP," our aim is to equip young minds with essential skills and empower them to contribute to a better future for all. Today's youth are the stewards of our planet, holding the key to effecting meaningful change. Our program seeks to provide young participants with a deeper understanding of COP processes and deliberations. They will be trained to articulate their ideas, concerns, and solutions effectively, ensuring their voices are heard. Furthermore, they will learn how to navigate the complexities of the COP platform, preparing them to actively participate in future deliberations. This pioneering initiative endeavours to cultivate leadership skills among youth participants encouraging them to ignite change through capacity building workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions, and networking opportunities.
Photo Credit: flickr/UNclimatechange / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0
Mission
DEVELOP NEGOTIATION & LEADERSHIP SKILLS
The training equips participants to understand climate negotiations better.
Foster leadership through expert lectures, workshops & simulating exercises for a more meaningful global impact.
BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN THE GLOBAL NORTH
& SOUTH
Experience sharing & collaboration on Equity, Just Transition and on ground climate action.
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Learn and execute projects targeting climate solutions / challenges in diverse geographic regions.
Photo Credit: flickr/UNclimatechange / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0
REPORT COP PROCESS ON DIVERSE MEDIA PLATFORMS
Utilise media tools to engage with global youth.
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Lead digital campaigns (blog posts, social media) to disseminate information on COP proceedings (day to day action, as it happens), as well as their implications and local scenarios.
Program Structure
Registration
Individuals aged 18 to 30 who are passionate about climate action are encouraged to register for the Youth for COP 2025 program. To join, simply click on the registration link on this page and complete the form with your basic information.
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Registration is free and open to youth from all backgrounds. Don’t miss this chance to learn from climate experts, connect with like-minded peers, and be part of a youth-led movement for climate justice. The last date to register is 20th July 2025.