Youth & Children Working Group on Biodiversity and Climate Change.
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Happening now: Youth, children and climate stakeholders gather at #MiniCOPUG 2026 to amplify voices, share solutions and shape inclusive climate action supporting COP31 preparations.
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Youth For Biodiversity & Climate retweeted
Ms Lydia Tebekkanya, Project Manager, Youth Accelerator for Change Project
@PlanUganda explains their interest in solving environment related challenges. #MiniCopUG
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Youth For Biodiversity & Climate retweeted
Mr. @DerrickEMugisha explains the opportunities youth have in creating awareness about climate change. @PlanUganda I #MiniCopUG
Ms Lydia Tebekkanya, Project Manager, Youth Accelerator for Change Project
@PlanUganda explains their interest in solving environment related challenges. #MiniCopUG
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He urged youth to go beyond passion by sharpening skills, embracing AI, reading policy, networking, and seeking online opportunities to drive meaningful, green and impactful change. #MiniCopUG
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At #MiniCopUG , @DerrickEMugisha of NextGen EcoAction highlights youth voices, innovations, climate finance and solutions, calling for meaningful youth participation in shaping Uganda’s climate future.
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“Girls’ peace must be placed at the forefront, ensuring their voices, safety and aspirations are central to building peaceful and resilient communities,”
says Ms Lydia Tebekkanya, Project Manager, @PlanUganda .
#MiniCopUG
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Well done @MM_Kayodi ! You are inspirational!
@MM_Kayodi, Youth Innovations Officer @UNDPUganda, was recognised for the great work she has done, not just this year, but consistently since last year.
Her dedication and contribution to youth innovation continue to make a meaningful impact.
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Technology is powering new possibilities for climate action.
Young innovators are exploring climate science, digital solutions, climate information services and locally appropriate technologies that can strengthen resilience. #MiniCopUG
“By collaborating with all these players, we can ensure our collective efforts lead to zero deaths and zero loss of property. Assessments have been conducted, led by FAO , to strengthen preparedness and resilience.”
Phoebe Kasoga, Country Director, @PlanUganda
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“Be the champion. Don’t wait for someone else to be the champion. Take action, collaborate and play your part in building resilient communities where we can achieve zero deaths and zero loss of property.”
Phoebe Kasoga, Country Director, @PlanUganda
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“By collaborating with all these players, we can ensure our collective efforts lead to zero deaths and zero loss of property. Assessments have been conducted, led by FAO , to strengthen preparedness and resilience.”
Phoebe Kasoga, Country Director, @PlanUganda
#MiniCopUG
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Ms Lydia Tebekkanya, Project Manager, Youth Accelerator for Change Project @PlanUganda introduced the Climate Cohorts, highlighting how Global Youth Ambassadors demonstrate what is possible when young people are given meaningful opportunities. #MiniCopUG
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The Youth #MiniCopUG officially opened with a vibrant cultural performance, setting the tone for a day of dialogue, youth leadership, climate action, innovation and meaningful engagement towards COP31.
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“You can argue with stories, but you cannot argue with figures. Data gives us the evidence we need to understand reality and drive meaningful action.”
— Nwanne Vwede Obahor, Resident Representative, @UNDPUganda
“Let’s invest significantly in creating a space where climate is understood as an integral part of our existence as human beings on Earth.”
— @NwanneObahor , Resident Representative, @UNDPUganda
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The delegation of youth committed to environmental sustainability, conservation, and climate resilience was highly commended by the @NwanneObahor for grassroots climate action, regional consultations, and unified advocacy.
@MM_Kayodi, Youth Innovations Officer @UNDPUganda, was recognised for the great work she has done, not just this year, but consistently since last year.
Her dedication and contribution to youth innovation continue to make a meaningful impact.
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Youth For Biodiversity & Climate retweeted
Earlier this week, @Youth4BioClimate presented @NwanneObahor with an award in appreciation of @UNDP's continued support to the 2026 LCOY process! 🌱🏆
From regional consultations to a national gathering, the process brought young people and children together to develop:
📄 A Youth & Children’s Climate Statement
📄 A National Youth & Children’s Climate Action Plan
📄 A Children’s Climate Policy Brief
#LCOYUg2026
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“Let’s invest significantly in creating a space where climate is understood as an integral part of our existence as human beings on Earth.”
— @NwanneObahor , Resident Representative, @UNDPUganda
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Youth For Biodiversity & Climate retweeted
I am very proud to see that group evolve since 2023. Through our joint efforts we have provided mentorship and technical support which has contributed to the current results. #unlockedpotential
#inclusion
#participation
#climateaction
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Youth For Biodiversity & Climate retweeted
It was a great moment meeting @UNDPUganda Country Representative @NwanneObahor, thank you for the time, discussion and words of Wisdom you shared with us as young people.
As @FishInitiatives, we will continue working towards building green, resilient & empowered communities.
Yesterday, we were honoured to meet @UNDPUganda Resident Representative, @NwanneObahor , and share the Youth Working Group’s journey since 2023, highlighting #LCOYUg2026 as a major achievement and presenting an award in gratitude for her continued support.
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Yesterday, we were honoured to meet @UNDPUganda Resident Representative, @NwanneObahor , and share the Youth Working Group’s journey since 2023, highlighting #LCOYUg2026 as a major achievement and presenting an award in gratitude for her continued support.
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She continues to emphasise that building climate conscious cohorts today can shape a society where conservation, climate action and sustainable living become the norm for generations to come.
@NwanneObahor | @UNDPUganda
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Speaking is the Resident Representative @UNDPUganda ,@NwanneObahor who calls for climate conservation to become a natural way of life, passed from one generation to another.
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