September 2021 Newsletter

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There seems to be an exponential increase in the pace of work at this time of year in the climate space. From meetings and deadlines, to programming and funding, to networking and planning, there just seems to be more and it all happens fast. We are thinking a lot about what this pace means for those working to keep up and for those being left behind. All the while, we are working diligently to find space for youth, to share that space across our community, and to collaborate meaningfully when we have it. 

This is a time to mobilise together. To bridge our communities and our resources. To elevate voices, stories, and solutions. In our Africa Climate Week side event last week, our guest speaker Cinderella Ndlovu said, "As young people...we ARE a powerful stakeholder. We are not leaders of tomorrow, we are the leaders of today". We are holding this energy close as we move with intention, speak loud, and work together over the next few months!

And we need your help!  

Help us bring your thoughts to COP26! There is 1 more week to add your voice to our global youth position statement on Nature-based Solutions. We are almost at 1000 survey responses, and with everyone's help, we think we can make it! 

If you’re 30 years old or younger, please take 10 minutes to complete the survey today! And don't forget to share with a friend - it can make all the difference. 
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Apply to join to Y4N team! We are accepting applications for our new Development and Finance Director!

This full-time (35 hours/week) role, with the possibility of reduced and/or flexible hours , will be a new member of our internal Y4N team, responsible both for leading our fundraising efforts and strategy and for managing our operational budget. 

>> learn more & apply or share!

Here are some of the other things we have on the go right now:

We were ecstatic to support Sarah and Julia in attending the IUCN World Conservation Congress this month. They joined youth from around the world in championing youth perspectives at one of the first in-person climate-nature meetings in almost two years! We'll be sharing more from their experiences soon, including reflections about their experiences as youth, what themes they saw developing ahead of other meetings this year, and what they’re calling on the global youth community to do next. Stay tuned!
We find this summary of the IUCN World Conservation Congress from Post2020 Framework relevant to share. You can check out the article here to read information from each day of the event. We especially recommend the mention of youth involvement, as it was one of their pillars during the Congress! How exciting and refreshing to see.
#Y4NStorytelling is making waves! Until October 17 we are searching for stories about transforming systems! Stories will be featured on our story-map which is going to COP26. Oh, and there are prizes! Submit your story today.

We just released our first ever Storytelling magazine, PolleNector! Issue #1 brings us from the fjords of Scandinavia to the forests of Brazil to the Antarctic desert. Read it here!
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"Change starts with us, by us, for us. Let's take action and prove that we can actually make a change in this world." - Rahmina Paulette 

Learn from youth leaders in Africa about the success, challenges, and opportunities for restoration projects in their region. Watch the full recording from our session with Youth in Landscapes Initiative at Africa Climate Week 2021 here.
Series #3 of the Ajyal Podcast is dropping next week!

In this series, we’re partnering with Arab Youth Climate Movement - Qatar to bring you youth perspectives on the Gulf Cooperation Council, big green projects, and women in leadership in the region. Episode #1 is coming out on October 6th. Learn more and mark your calendars! 
We will be releasing some big COP26 updates soon. Stay tuned!
Q: What do conservation, tourism, and green jobs have in common? 🤔

A: Nature-based tourism! Learn more about nature-based tourism, including examples from South Africa, Jordan & Bahrain, in our new blog! By Y4N Global Ambassador, Saber Sufyan.

>> learn more

Another month means another #PhotoChallenge from Y4N team Africa! Take a look at these special photos shared by our incredible Global Ambassadors, to learn more about this diverse region, to find inspiration and motivation, and to read the stories of youth who are on the frontlines of climate change.

>> check it out

Abya yala (América Latina y el Caribe) es una región llena de (bio)diversidad y encantos. Nuestros glaciares nutren con agua las ciudades y los campos, y nos enseñan la humildad ante la fuerza de la naturaleza. El nuevo blog escrito por @vania.lau explica más acerca de los glaciares de Abya yala y su importancia para toda la vida. 

>> leer más aquí
>> in English
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  • TRAINING | Edx course on Nature-based solutions. Online classes are self-paced and participants can join class session from September 28, enrollment is free. More information on joining a session. 
  • WEBINAR EVENT | Join young farmers, chefs, entrepreneurs, climate activists, policy advocates to gain insights on the importance of connecting nutrition, climate, and biodiversity. On October 2, 2021 2 PM CEST at the #PreCOP2Register now!
  • COMPETITION | Compete at the 23rd ASEF Summer University interdisciplinary Hackathon journey for young Asians & Europeans on “Liveable Cities for a Sustainable Future”. The virtual event is taking place between October and November 2021. Deadline to apply is October 3, 2021.
  • PROGRAM | Movers & Shakers by Shake up the Establishment. The 2nd annual program to provide youth with the tools to take action on local climate issues by developing the necessary skills, networks, and solutions to engage meaningfully in climate justice. Schedule of events, with the first webinar on October 7, 2021. 
  •  VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY | Apply Now to be a Official volunteer for the GLF Climate event! Choose a position and connect with other passionate young leaders who want to contribute and co-create the GLF Climate event in November. Deadline to apply is October 16, 2021. Sign up here.
  •  TRAINING | Twitter Power Boot Camp by Social Movement Technologies. This online 5-session series will be held in English, with simultaneous interpretation in Arabic, French, Spanish and Portuguese (based on demand) and live captioning in English. It runs from October – November 2021 (Starting October 12). Form to register.
  •  EVENT | UN Sustainable Transport Conference. The Conference will be held in a "hybrid format" with virtual and in-person participation. When? October 14-16, 2021 in Beijing, China and online. Check out the guidelines.
  • PAID OPPORTUNITY| Osa Conservation is looking for their Conservation Campus Coordinator. Position is onsite at Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. Deadline to apply is October 15, 2021.
  • PAID OPPORTUNITY | Want to write for the @GreenpeaceUK website? They are looking for powerful stories about environmental justice – especially from groups who've been historically excluded by the mainstream green movement. They pay ~£350 per article. Send them your pitch.
  • TRAINING | Sky Blue is an online leadership program for people who are working on our environmental challenges. The program is conducted in English and is free of cost to participants. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2021.
 

Thanks so much for joining us on this journey. We are excited to take on the next 4 months with a community like you beside us. Let's get out there and make some change!

With love & solidarity, 
The Y4N Team

 

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