Nigerian youth advocates are gearing up to make a powerful impact on the global stage as they prepare to host a significant youth side-event at the upcoming COP28 summit, set to be held in Dubai, UAE.
The event is convened by former Special Assistant on Youth, ICT, and Corporate Relations to the immediate past Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Kemi Areola, and will be organized by Vivacity Development, an organization dedicated to promoting positive change and development.
Areola, who is the CEO of Vivacity PR and Vivacity Development, is at the helm of the initiative. With her wealth of experience and dedication to youth empowerment and climate action, she is set to steer the event towards a brighter future.
According to Areola, the focus of the event is of paramount importance, as it zeroes in on critical issues affecting the African continent, particularly its youth and women, in the context of climate change.
She further stated that the event’s theme, “Climate Change Awareness - Nigeria's Action Plan,” encapsulates the urgency and importance of these topics on the global stage.
Among the topics slated for discussion at the event are: human health as it affects women and young people; adaptation strategies resilience building; and the power of individual actions in the fight against climate change.
"This initiative builds on the success of a previous Nigerian youth side event, which was held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, in November 2022, organized by the Nigerian Ministry of Youth and Sports. The event was aptly tagged “Youth and Climate Change,” underscoring the pivotal role young individuals play in addressing climate-related challenges," Areola emphasized.
"During last year’s youth event, a tree planting project named “Project 250k” was launched, aiming to combat the adverse effects of climate change in Nigeria."
As we approach COP28 in UAE, the Nigerian youth advocates, led by Kemi Areola and supported by Vivacity Development, are poised to drive climate action and awareness to new heights. "Together, they will chart a course towards a more sustainable future, one that acknowledges the importance of Africa’s youth, women, and climate change in shaping our shared destiny.”
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