Young leaders urge more investment in climate-friendly policies and leadership

 Kathmandu, June 29

Youth leaders and experts have called for greater investment in climate-resilient and youth-inclusive governance, urging that young people be meaningfully involved in local climate and environmental decision-making.

This appeal was made during a national workshop on Youth, Climate Change, and GESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion), held in Kathmandu on June 27. The event was organized by Jagriti Child and Youth Concern Nepal (Jcycn) in partnership with the British Council Nepal.

Young participants from Madhyabindu and Sunwal municipalities shared their efforts to tackle local climate challenges, even during the difficult monsoon season. Reetu Gharti, a youth from Madhyabindu, talked about leading a tree-planting campaign and holding awareness sessions on environmental issues, emphasizing the need for better disaster preparedness at the community level.

The workshop reviewed the progress of the Climate and Social Action Project and brought together civil society members, government officials, and development partners.

Dr. Sudip Thakuri from Tribhuvan University highlighted the importance of youth leadership in building climate resilience. Binita Karki from UNDP Nepal spoke about the value of mentorship and digital advocacy, while Kewal Shrestha from the British Council encouraged tapping into youth voices to drive lasting change.

Gobinda Pokharel from the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) acknowledged youth participation in shaping Nepal’s climate commitments (NDCs), and Nanimaya Thapa from the NGO Federation of Nepal stressed the need for long-term investment beyond short-term projects.

Surya Dhakal, a member of the Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources, praised youth-led initiatives and announced upcoming plans to include climate education in school curricula and set up mobile-based national disaster alerts.

Jcycn President Tilottam Paudel underlined the need for inclusive, sustained, and collaborative climate action aligned with climate justice, sustainable development, and green entrepreneurship.

The workshop was attended by 60 young participants and representatives from 28 organizations, including government bodies, UN agencies, and development organizations. It concluded with a joint call for continued cooperation and shared responsibility to strengthen climate resilience.

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