Validation Workshop for the National Environmental and Climate Action and Engagement Plan for Youth and Children in Somalia

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of the Federal Government of Somalia in collaboration with UNICEF convened the Validation Workshop for the National Environmental and Climate Action and Engagement Plan for Youth and Children in Somali held in Mogadishu. The event was officially opened by the Ministry’s Director General, Mr. Abdirisak Ahmed Ali.

This important workshop aimed to strengthen the active inclusion of Somali youth and children in environmental protection and climate change adaptation efforts. Discussions focused on ensuring that young people and children have the knowledge, support, and opportunities to participate meaningfully in the planning and implementation of the country’s environmental and climate policies.

The workshop brought together civil society organizations, representatives from Federal Member States, government institutions, international partners, universities, and other key stakeholders who all played an important role in the consultations and drafting of the plan. Participants engaged in rich, in-depth dialogue on how to develop a unified approach to raise awareness and promote meaningful youth and children participation in environmental decision-making.

Finally, the plan was formally validated with the collective agreement of all participants. The Ministry expressed its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders and partners who supported this important process. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that this plan guides concrete action to amplify the voices of Somali youth and children in environmental governance, and to build a green, sustainable, and resilient future for current and future generations.
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