Reimagining education: Empowering youth through education & innovation for climate action

Session Time
09:30 SAST - 11:00 SAST
Session Date
Session Type
Deep dive session
Location
Emerald
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Description

What if education systems not only prepared young people for the future, but also helped them to shape it? Join this dynamic session on ‘Empowering youth through education & innovation for climate action.’

This panel explores how cutting-edge educational models, digital tools, and research-based strategies are empowering the next generation of climate leaders. Hear how Southern Africa is transforming climate education into a force for systemic change, from ministries shaping national agendas to funders and tech innovators supporting action on the ground. Draw inspiration from real-world projects, smart partnerships, and the voices of educators and young people who are driving the movement forward. 

Session Speakers
Moderated by
Education for Sustainable Development and Climate Action
Keynote Speaker
Empowering youth through education for climate action
Keynote Speaker

Likho Bottoman

Social Cohesion and Equity in Education
Department of Basic Education
Climate Champions: local context matters in climate education
Panel discussion
Climate Change Education and its role in youth empowerment 
Panel discussion
Monitoring Indoor Climate Extremes with Residents and Internet of Things
Panel discussion
Panel discussion
Final reflections
Closing Remarks