Engaging global youth in climate governance - democratisation or virtue signalling?

“Climate policy only works when every generation can take part.” — Noura Hamladji, UNFCCC Deputy Executive Secretary
But how far does youth participation in climate governance actually drive meaningful change, in government policy and in the real economy? Opportunities for young people to engage are growing, yet participation alone doesn’t guarantee impact. So what turns youth voices into real influence? What’s the formula for ensuring intergenerational collaboration leads to tangible outcomes? What’s the most effective way young people can use their energies?
The Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust and Oxford Net Zero are delighted to convene speakers with experience across diverse global contexts to unpack some of these questions. Our panellists have spent their careers to date working to strengthen the inclusion of youth voices in climate decision-making. Drawing on their global experiences in advocacy and inside negotiation spaces, they will share practical insights on what works - and what doesn’t.
This conversation aims to inspire the next generation of focused, effective climate leaders, while challenging institutions and organisations to take youth participation seriously and to do it well.
Host: Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust scholars, Oxford Net Zero
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