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Youth, climate and peace meeting of the Helsinki Policy Forum

On the 8th of March, a youth meeting of the Helsinki Policy Forum was held in Helsinki. Young leaders from European and MENA countries, including Finland, Egypt, Iran, Sweden, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates convened to discuss how to better incorporate youth perspectives in policy responses to address pressing global challenges.

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During the meeting the group met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland, H.E Pekka Haavisto to discuss youth responses to climate change and how young people can be involved in policy making.

Two themes were discussed:

  • the inclusion of young people in peace and security in accordance with UNSC Resolution 2250 and
  • strengthening youth responses to climate change.

Practical recommendations were identified and opportunities for strengthening the presence of youth in international decision-making forums were outlined. This includes participation in the upcoming COP28 conference in the UAE.

Greater intergenerational cooperation was emphasised as an important step for tackling global issues as well as the importance of inclusive and accessible youth engagement in climate action.

 

Contact person and email:

Jan Wahlberg: jan.wahlberg@formin.fi

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Supported by Finland

Type: Dialogue/advocacy

Relevant action areas:1. Aligning ambition and action; 5. Knowledge and experience sharing; 6. Cooperation through dialogue

Location of project: Helsinki, Finland

Duration: 2023

Partner: Forward Thinking

Key activities: Strengthening youth responses to climate change, inclusion and engagement