Youth and Environment Europe (YEE)

🌍The time for action is NOW, and young people are leading the way! ✨ We’re proud to introduce our delegation representing YEE at #COP29 in Baku! This team is ready to bring youth voices to the global stage, advocating for ambitious #ClimateAction and standing up for #ClimateJustice. Are you coming to Baku as well? Connect with Emma Pagliarusco, @Xabier Gomez, Francesc Almendros Viladerrams, Tímea Abueisa, Pegah Moulana or Stephanny Ulivieri. 💬

Yesterday was an eventful day for YEE. 👀 Our Secretary General, Pegah Moulana, had the pleasure of reconnecting with YEE alumnus, former YEE chairman, Mr. Jan Dusík a true testament to the long-lasting impact of our network and the incredible journeys of those who have been part of our community. Mr Jan Dusík is a fine example of this and we cannot thank him enough for the energy and passion he has dedicated to the youth and environmental causes. We are thrilled to congratulate Jan on his new role as Deputy Director-General of DG CLIMA. This achievement is a remarkable milestone, and we couldn’t be prouder! Here’s to continued success and impact in the fight for a sustainable future. 🌍 #YEE #YouthEmpowerment #EnvironmentalLeadership #Sustainability #DGClima

❓ What Do Environmental Defenders Need? Let’s Find Out Together! BeLIFE is on a mission to uncover and understand the key needs of Europe’s environmental defenders, from legal support and protection to mental health resources. We know the value of a strong, supportive community—one where defenders feel empowered and equipped. Through our consultation form https://lnkd.in/eTHkPQNz , we invite defenders across Europe to share the resources and support they most need. Your voice will guide strategies and advocacy initiatives designed to bolster the work of those protecting our shared environment. Whether you’re a defender yourself or an ally, help us bridge gaps and build support systems that matter. 🔗 Fill out the form, share your needs, and join us in paving the way for empowered, sustainable advocacy. Let’s protect those who protect our planet. #SupportEnvDefenders

Calling all changemakers! 🚨 Ready to make a difference? The “EU Staff Fund for a Fair and Sustainable Future” is offering €5,000-€10,000 in funding for projects tackling social inequality & protecting the environment 💰🌍 🕵️ What we're looking for ⤵️ - Officially registered entities (in the EU or EU membership candidate countries) - Locally-rooted initiatives with limited access to institutional funding - Proven track record in addressing social/environmental issues - Clear, realistic goals to demonstrate how funding will be used ✌️ Two ways you can jump on board ⤵️ 🔗 Direct connection -> If your project meets our criteria, send an email to theearthsoc@gmail.com. Please include a short description of both your organisation (specifying its legal status) and the activities you would like to use our funding for. Applications are open until 6 January 2025 at noon. 🌐 Network activation -> Know any organisations making a difference? Share this opportunity with them and make sure they email us all the required information by 6 January! Whether it's your own project or one you know, let’s create real impact together 💥 #TheEarthSociety #WalkTheTalk

📢🤩 Calling all Young Ocean Advocates! The #Youth4Ocean Forum is looking for young leaders (16-30) 🙋♀️to champion Blue Citizenship at the 2025 UN Ocean Conference. If you’re an EU resident with an ocean project in mind or already in action, this call is for you! As an advocate, you’ll join a network working to raise awareness about ocean sustainability🌊🐠 and involve communities in #oceanliteracy and action. ⏳ Applications close 30 Nov 30, 2024! Don’t miss out on this chance to shape the future of our ocean! 🌍💙 Learn more about the call and apply 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBk29wzh CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) EurOcean ACTeon environment @EU4Ocean Platform JPI Oceans Nausicaa Centre National de la Mer Youth4Ocean Forum REVOLVE EuroGOOS, European Global Ocean Observing System

Halloween may be a time for thrills and chills, but some creatures are masters of the dark all year round! From the venomous Slow Loris to the eerie Whip Spider and the rare Spanish Moon Moth, these nocturnal animals have unique skills that help them survive and thrive under the stars. 🌌 Swipe through to uncover their secrets and learn what makes the night their perfect playground. This Halloween, keep an eye out—you never know what nocturnal mysteries are lurking nearby. 👀 #CreaturesOfTheNight #HalloweenWildlife #NocturnalNature #Biodiversity

A step forward for youth participation in climate change 🌍 The Committee of Ministers has adopted its first-ever recommendation to empower youth participation in addressing climate change! This significant move acknowledges the challenges young people face in advocating for a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. On the day when the recommendation was adopted, we asked youth representatives what this recommendation was about and how it can bring change for future generations.  Hear from youth! Agnes Gkoutziamani Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dQm92JYN #ClimateAction #YouthEmpowerment #Sustainability #ClimateJustice

✨A gentle reminder that we’re not alone in our worries. Read these three short stories by young activists who experienced eco-anxiety to find some support and hope for the future. If you feel like diving deeper into learning about climate crisis and mental health, download our handbook “Youth, emotions, and the planet” with more information and practical tools on this topic! Follow the link to read more ➡️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dzbMDBTB Take care💙

🌍 Exciting news from our team! 🌱 📢 Last week marked a historic moment for #ClimateAction and #YouthEngagement with the adoption of the first-ever international soft law instrument on young people and climate action—Committee of Ministers’ Recommendation CM/Rec(2024)6! We are incredibly proud of the dedication and commitment shown by our team throughout this journey. This is truly a monumental achievement, and we’re honoured to have played an essential role in the process. Have a closer look at the document to see how it can inspire change and empower the next generation of climate activists! We hope it becomes a powerful tool for the systematic support that young people and climate activists deserve. #YouthEmpowerment #ClimateAction #CouncilOfEurope #YEE

📢 Last week marked a historic moment for #ClimateAction and #Youth engagement with the adoption of the first international soft law instrument on young people and climate action (Committee of Ministers’ Recommendation CM/Rec(2024)6). This is a Recommendation that has been in the drafting process for two years, and comes after many years of work to put #climate on the agenda of the Council of Europe. Key recommendations to Member States: 🌍 Rights. Protect the rights of young #EnvironmentalDefenders. 📣 Participation: Enable young people to participate in climate decision-making by removing barriers to engagement. 📚 Education: Provide tailored climate resources adaptable to all educational methods. 🏥 Health: Offer youth-friendly health services for those impacted by #ClimateChange. 📊 Information: Ensure young people have full access to climate-related information and data. 🚫 Discrimination: Address all forms of discrimination that young people face related to the #ClimateCrisis and their #activism. 🤝 Needs: Account for the specific needs of young people, particularly marginalized groups, when implementing climate measures. 🏛️ Local Dissemination: This should be translated, shared, and the local and regional authorities should be invited to implement it. This achievement reflects the dedication of Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) and their ongoing commitment to youth advocacy in environmental issues. For more details, check out the attached document!