06 @ greenXtra | November-December . 2024
Giving young people a platform
The responsibility of young leaders in combating the climate catastrophe is crucial , says Tunku Azizah
MORE than ever before , we must act swiftly and decisively to combat the growing threats of climate change . The involvement of young people , whose steadfast dedication to protecting the environment is becoming more apparent , is vital in this fight .
The youth , as messengers of hope for a better world , are doing more than just paving the way for future leaders ; they are also making a difference in the fight against climate change .
Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah spoke eloquently about the critical importance of climate action and the role that young people should play in spearheading this worldwide effort during her address at COP28 last year .
Tunku Azizah emphasised the importance of young leaders in combating the climate catastrophe .
“ We are in the midst of a climate crisis . The world is getting warmer , resulting in natural disasters , weather extremes , food insecurity and global anxiety . This is why we must be here