Young people of North Macedonia are about a fifth of the population, close to 370,000 boys and girls aged 10 to 24. This programme ultimately aims to reduce the vulnerability of the communities to climate change and environmental degradation by empowering children and young people to be agents of change. Furthermore, the programme is establishing the foundations for cohesive and comprehensive environment and climate change education in the country.
At its heart, climate change is a children issue
Children represent 30% of the worlds population and makes the largest group of people affected by climate change and environmental degradation. Children are more susceptible to adverse environmental conditions and are more sensitive to the harmful effects on their lives now and in the future. Climate change and environmental degradation undermines children’s most basic rights across the world, putting their survival and well-being in danger.
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By signing this pledge, I am taking a stand for climate action and support the integration of the environment and climate change education into the education system. And I am going to:
- LEARN more about climate change and become more engaged,
- TAKE ACTION for environmental protection and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions,
- SHARE with others, encourage them to learn more, take action and sign the pledge.
BY TAKING THE PLEDGE YOU WILL:
Become a part of a community that empowers youth to act as agents of change in reducing community vulnerability to climate action and environmental degradation
Advocate and support the integration of education for climate change and environment into the Macedonian education system
Stay informed and connected with organizations that provide opportunities for personal and professional development in the field of environment and climate change
