Climate Change and Youth Engagement
Seminar
On September 30, 2024, IESE hosted a seminar titled “Empowering the Next Generation,” featuring guest speaker Talha Tufail Bhatti, Assistant Research Officer at the Strengthening Climate Resilience Program, Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad. The seminar emphasized the critical role of youth in addressing climate change, focusing on strategies to enhance youth engagement, leadership, and mobilization for a sustainable future. Key discussions included youth activism, innovative student-led solutions, and the importance of collaboration with local organizations and government. The event concluded with proposals for future workshops to further inspire youth involvement in climate action. Student participation was impressive throughout the session.