A three-month Summer School on Climate Change for Youth was completed in Ashgabat with the participation of 35 young people. The program was organized by UNICEF together with national and international partners. Arzuw.news reports citing a source.
The educational program covered a wide range of relevant topics: climate, environment, energy, agriculture, water resources, disaster risk reduction, biodiversity, waste management, project planning and youth leadership.
The participants not only studied theoretical basics, but also visited practical sites. In particular, young people visited a waste recycling plant in Toprak, where they familiarized themselves with real solutions to environmental problems.
The sessions were held with the participation of national partners, including the Ministry of Defense, MoI, National Red Crescent Society, Kopetdag Nature Reserve and local NGOs. International organizations included UNDP, FAO, UNRCS and GIZ.
During the training, participants gained practical skills in advocacy, public speaking and project management. They also deepened their understanding of global climate policies, including the Paris Agreement.
Key outcomes of the program were the development of a National Youth Statement for LCOY 2025 and the creation of youth projects for implementation in local communities.
Alexandru Nartea, UNICEF Deputy Representative in Turkmenistan, encouraged the graduates to continue sharing what they have learned and to be active in their communities.
Participants expressed their gratitude to the organizers and their readiness for climate action. A participant named Shabibi noted that she received tools for real action, and Vepa emphasized the urgency of climate change.
UNICEF pledged to continue to support youth engagement in addressing climate challenges to shape a sustainable future.
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