ETHIOPIA – The future of Africa’s climate action is being shaped by its most vital asset: its youth. The Africa Youth Climate Assembly (AYCA), the official youth platform of the Africa Climate Summit, is mobilizing young people across the continent to share their priorities, identify challenges, and propose concrete solutions for a sustainable future.
This youth-led space serves as a crucial forum for dynamic conversations that will culminate in the AYCA 2025 Youth Declaration. This powerful document, representing the unified voice of Africa’s youth, will be presented directly to African leaders, policymakers, and international partners, ensuring that the concerns and innovative ideas of young people are heard at the highest levels.
“This is our chance to ensure that Africa’s youth voice is heard,” says a spokesperson for the AYCA. The initiative is inviting young people, youth-led organizations, and other climate action stakeholders to contribute their perspectives through a dedicated online form. With an estimated completion time of just five minutes, the survey seeks to gather input on key priorities, challenges, and opportunities for youth climate action at the country and regional levels.
The insights collected from this campaign will directly inform regional recommendations and, ultimately, the final Youth Declaration. This process guarantees that the declaration is not just a symbolic gesture but a document rooted in the lived experiences and a deep understanding of the on-the-ground realities faced by young Africans.
While completing the form does not guarantee sponsorship for participation in the event, it is a vital step for anyone passionate about climate justice and eager to contribute to a collective vision for a more resilient and sustainable Africa. The AYCA is more than an assembly; it’s a movement, empowering the next generation of African leaders to take the lead in the fight against climate change.
For those ready to make their voices heard, the form is available at: https://forms.gle/syZZRLymqv4bZkGj7
