SD Calendar of events
2009 Tunza International Youth Conference on the Environment
Daejeon, Republic of Korea
August 21 - 26, 2009
Contact: UNEP Division of Communications and Public Information
Phone: 254 20 7623262
Fax: 254 20 7624350
Email: children.youth@unep.org
Web site: http://www.unep.org/tunza/youth/conferences_events/TIYC2009/TIYC2009_FORM.asp
The main theme of the conference is “Climate Change – Our Challenge.” It is expected to attract over 200 young people worldwide, aged 15 to 24. Discussions will focus on how to reduce carbon footprints, green jobs for youth, the impact of disasters and conflicts on the environment, and sustainable lifestyles. The conference will record commitments made by youth, develop and propose regional action plans, and elect the Tunza Youth Advisory Council. A youth statement on climate change is also expected to emerge and will be presented to the UNFCCC Copenhagen Conference in December 2009.