Climate Action Conference
The Climate Action Conference, held in May 2023, at the University of Auckland, was a significant initiative aimed at empowering young people aged 13 to 24 in Tāmaki Makaurau to take tangible actions against climate change.
Equipping Youth
The event, organised by a dedicated volunteer committee comprising nine high school and university students, attracted 210 rangatahi (youth) participants and 90 supporters, including facilitators, speakers, panelists, and stallholders.
The conference focused on equipping attendees with the skills needed to initiate climate action projects in their schools, homes, and communities.
Throughout the two-day conference, 14 environmental organisations hosted workshops, guiding youth on practical climate action projects. The event featured keynote speakers and panelists, including Sir Ashley Bloomfield, Chloe Swarbrick, and Pania Newton.
Importantly, the conference highlighted the lived experiences of indigenous Māori and Pasifika rangatahi engaged in climate justice efforts. This included climate action workshops by Pasifika organisations, and a Māori and Pasifika Community Resilience panel sharing frontline stories of the climate crisis.
The event's commitment to inclusivity, educational workshops, and diverse perspectives positioned it as a crucial platform for inspiring and mobilising the next generation towards climate action.
