Indigenous youth are the climate leaders we need

Around the world, tensions in climate discussions and solutions stretch between the young and old, the Indigenous and non, those most affected and the greatest emitters. Ahead of next Wednesday’s 24-hour virtual dialogue, Global Indigenous Youth Summit on Climate Change, Indigenous youth are staking their claim to be at the centre of discussions around their future.

Despite being responsible for only a very small percentage of global emissions, Indigenous Peoples are at the frontline of the climate crisis. Their identities and livelihoods have been built traditionally on the land, which is now experiencing the consequences of rapid polar climate change. They also bring solutions, a holistic approach and a legacy of sustainable stewardship.

Through our Youth Ambassador programme, Arctic Basecamp is proud to bring global young people into spaces where decisions are made. We stand with Indigenous youth and encourage you to listen to their leadership.

To learn more about why Indigenous youth are the climate leaders we need, check out https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-02480-1
To learn more about our Youth Ambassador program, visit arcticbasecamp.org/youth/