Building a Resourceful and Resilient Ecosystem

This group empowers indigenous youth across 17 regions in the Philippines to preserve and share their ecological and cultural knowledge. Through workshops and creative art—maps, drawings, and photography—they document climate solutions rooted in indigenous traditions. Their work is compiled in the Youth Atlas, a resource meant to be shared with communities.

Impact

In 2024, they gathered over 80 indigenous and young leaders for Pista ng Kapuluan, the official launch of the Youth Atlas. Held as part of the 30th anniversary of the Children's Museum of Manila, the event celebrated their work and featured a youth convention focused on the future of the Youth Atlas. The launch showcased inspiring stories, amplified indigenous voices, and highlighted the importance of intergenerational collaboration in climate action.

This group brings together young changemakers, non-profit organizations, and companies to promote the "productive use of leveraging solar energy" (PULSE) in underdeveloped villages across Indonesia. With many rural areas lacking access to electricity despite having significant solar energy potential, they provide solar photovoltaics to farmers and rural communities, ensuring healthier environments and improved food security.

Impact

In 2024, in collaboration with the Ministry of Forest and Environment, they successfully advocated for the inclusion of disability concerns in the COP29 position paper, marking the first time disability was explicitly addressed in this context and promoting more inclusive climate policies.

Piatua Resiste is a collective in Santa Clara, Ecuador, dedicated to preserving Kichwa culture through intergenerational rituals, cultural documentation, and community workshops in music, crafts, and language. They also advocate against extractive projects and celebrate Kichwa heritage through initiatives like the Piatua Resiste Festival.

Impact

In 2024, efforts to protect and celebrate the cultural heritage of the Piatua River gained momentum. Community-led research, events, and the launch of a documentary trailer (with over 20,000 views) sparked increased youth engagement and intergenerational exchange. Progress was made toward legal recognition of cultural heritage, while new digital platforms amplified visibility. The initiative strengthened community pride, economic exchange, and the preservation of Kichwa identity.

Latinas for Climate is expanding its efforts to advocate for intersectional climate justice, with a focus on the Global South. They are committed to amplifying the role of women and sexual and gender dissidents in climate decision-making. The group continues to champion the Escazú Agreement at forums like COP and actively promote this cause on social media.

Impact

 In 2024, Latinas for Climate strengthened their operations and secured their legal standing, sustaining key activities like participating in COP3 of the Escazú Agreement. They also expanded their communications efforts and created impactful content to advance their mission for interconnected climate action.

The EACOP pipeline, Africa's largest crude oil project, presents challenges for local communities in Tanzania and Uganda and global climate efforts. EACOP Host Communities works with affected communities, youth, women, and local leaders to address the risks of the pipeline. Their focus is on advocacy, research, and raising awareness to oppose its construction. They collaborate with European young leaders to hold fossil fuels companies accountable for the project’s impact.

Impact

In 2024, EACOP Host Communities established a youth network in Uganda’s oil-affected regions, advocating for human rights and environmental protection. This network documents violations linked to the pipeline and supports global efforts to stop the project and limit fossil fuel expansion in Africa. They also organize community-led, non-violent actions to hold governments, financial institutions, and oil companies accountable.

CAD is a collective that connects human rights and climate justice networks, focusing on the safety and security of climate advocates. By offering emergency response resources and building a strong support network, CAD helps protect those on the frontlines of climate action.

Impact

In 2024, the collective strengthened support for climate justice advocates. The team stabilized, expanded, and secured funding for continued operations. Taking leadership of the Safety Hub project, they established a strong presence in the movement, enhancing expertise and impact. The ongoing ability of advocates to continue their work remains a significant and meaningful success.