The University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (UAJK) in partnership with the Teachers’ Resource Centre (TRC) convened the inaugural Cluster Conference titled, “The Urgency for Climate Change Education – Engaging Youth Leaders for Indigenous and Sustainable Climate Action.” Held at the Botany Department, University of AJ&K, Muzaffarabad, the event aimed to galvanize youth leaders towards proactive engagement in climate action.
Distinguished speakers graced the occasion, including Dr. Humayun Shaheen, Focal Person for Climate Change at AJK; Dr. Sardar Muhammad Rafique Khan, Chairman of the Botany Department at UAJK; Dr. Sardar Muhammad Rafique Khan, Deputy Director of the Climate Change Center, Environmental Protection Agency, AJK; Syeda Tahira Kazimi, Head of the Youth and Volunteers Department at the Pakistan Red Crescent AJK State Branch; and Dr. Mumtaz Hussain, Senior Project Officer at Water and Livelihood Inclusive Initiatives, Islamic Relief Pakistan.
The highlight of the conference was an interactive panel discussion shedding light on the indispensable role of youth-led initiatives in combatting climate challenges. Following the panel, workshops were conducted where students actively developed social action projects tailored to mitigate and adapt to climate issues within their communities.
These initiatives are poised to be showcased both nationally and internationally, serving as a testament to the efficacy of indigenous solutions in addressing local climate adversities.
Dr. Shaheen emphasized the imperative of involving young minds in climate discourse, advocating for their active participation in shaping sustainable futures. Dr. Rafique Khan stressed the significance of grassroots solutions, highlighting the potency of locally-driven efforts in effecting tangible change. Syeda Tahira Kazmi underscored the importance of youth empowerment as a catalyst for transformative action, while Dr. Mumtaz Hussain urged for the translation of ideas into actionable projects for maximum impact.
UAJK and TRC reaffirmed their commitment to amplifying outreach endeavors and embedding climate education within educational frameworks to spur enduring and sustainable transformations.
The 1st Cluster Conference marks a pivotal milestone in the journey towards fostering a generation of informed and empowered youth leaders poised to address the pressing challenges of climate change with resilience and innovation.
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