🌍✨ Youth Power in Climate Action: LCOY 2026 ✨🌍
Recently Green World Activists Foundation-The Gambia was proudly represented by CEO Abdoulie Jallow and Treasurer Jainaba M Jallow at the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY The Gambia 2026), held at the Sir Dawda Jawara Conference Center.
The gathering brought together passionate youth, children, young entrepreneurs, climate advocates, officials from the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, and key stakeholders—all united by a shared vision for a sustainable future in The Gambia and beyond.
💡 Amplifying Youth Voices
Delegates made bold demands to protect fragile ecosystems and safeguard the future for generations to come. The collective energy demonstrated the central role that young people play in driving national climate action policy.
🌱 Direct Environmental Action in Sanyang
On the second day, delegates transitioned from dialogue to direct field action, traveling to the coastal village of Sanyang to plant over 10,000 mangrove trees.
This initiative delivers vital ecological and socio-economic benefits:
- Ecosystem Restoration: Protects vulnerable shorelines from coastal erosion and tidal flooding.
- Biodiversity Enhancement: Provides essential nursery habitats for marine life and native flora.
- Livelihood Support: Empowers local women engaged in oyster harvesting and fishing by bolstering natural coastal resources.
🤝 Diplomatic Empowerment & Negotiation Simulation
Another major highlight was a hands-on simulation of climate negotiations modeled after the UNFCCC COP process. This interactive session provided delegates with invaluable, practical insights into global climate governance and multilateral decision-making.
The simulation panel was chaired by Malang Sambou (Lead Negotiator of The Gambia at COP), with Haddijatou Ceesay (LCOY Coordinator) serving as deputy chair and Kemo Fatty (Green-Up Gambia) as secretary general.
Leading the Charge for Change
Our leadership team at GWAF is immensely proud to stand alongside these dedicated young climate leaders. Together, we are proving that youth are not merely the leaders of tomorrow—we are active changemakers driving real environmental solutions today.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the West Africa Coastal Areas Management Program (WACA) for supporting such an impactful youth convergence.
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