How Fast Fashion is Wrecking Our Planet and What We Can Do About It
Written by Oloruntobi Adejare Ever ordered a trendy outfit online for ₦3,000, rocked it once, and tossed it aside? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. That’s the world of fast fashion: affordable, trendy, and tempting. But behind that great deal is a not-so-pretty truth costing our planet big time. Fast fashion is booming, and social media […]
Eco-cyclers Empower Communities for Climate Action in Enugu South
In Enugu South, a remarkable transformation has taken root, driven by Eco-cyclers’ commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action. Through the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria project, Eco-cyclers have played a pivotal role in fostering positive environmental change. Inspiring Climate Action Through Community Engagement Initially, climate action awareness in the […]
YALI: Empowering Youth for Climate Action and Sustainable Development
Young African Leaders Initiative’s (YALI) involvement with the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project has contributed to significant change in Nasarawa State, equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to champion climate action. EcoSusNet, one of the 15 youth CSOs trained by NGYouthSDGs, reached and trained YALI, […]
For a sustainable future, Nigeria must bring its Young People to the Table.
With the February 2025 deadline for updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) come and gone, Nigeria still has a chance to lead, but only if she listens to her youth. Only 13 out of 195 signatories met the deadline, exposing the ongoing challenge of global inaction in the face of a climate emergency. NDCs are essential […]
Aquaworld CDI’s Journey with the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project
Through the #ClimateActionForStrongerNaija Project, Aquaworld CDI has made remarkable strides in advancing climate resilience and adaptation strategies in Ondo State, Nigeria. This initiative has not only empowered vulnerable communities but also strengthened Aquaworld CDI’s role as a climate advocacy leader. Driving Change in Communities The project has directly impacted communities in Ondo State by […]
Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project’s Impact through Plogging Nigeria in Nsukka.
In Nsukka, a quiet yet powerful transformation has taken place, one driven by climate action and the determination of young changemakers. What began as a simple idea to engage youth CSOs in climate resilience efforts by NGYouthSDGs has sparked a movement, one that is redefining waste management as a climate solution in the community. The […]
EcoSuSNet: Strengthening Youth Engagement in Climate Governance
EcoSuSNET’s participation in the “Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria” Project has significantly impacted communities in Nasarawa State. This initiative, led by NGYouthSDGs with funding from the Federal Republic of Germany in Nigeria, equipped EcoSuSNET with the skills and resources to engage youth in climate policy processes and strengthen […]
NGYouthSDGs Participation at the Climate Security Summit
L-R: Opeyemi Ogundeji, Programmes Manager, NGYouthSDGs, Dr.Nkiruka Maduekwe, Director-General/CEO of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) Earlier this year, the Network of Youth for Sustainable Development Goals (NGYouthSDGs) launched the Empowering Youth Civil Societies to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project ‘#ClimateActionForStrongerNaija. This project, funded by the German Missions in Nigeria, focuses on […]
NGYouthSDGs hosts its Inaugural Nigeria Futures Summit 2024
“If you build the capacity of civil society organisations to understand what the Nationally Determined Contributions represent, they will be ready to take action.” I agree with this powerful statement made at the Nigeria Futures Summit 2024. Network of Youth For Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) with support from the German Mission organised its inaugural Nigeria Futures […]
Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria- Meet the selected 15 CSOs
As the world faces unprecedented environmental challenges, the role of young people in driving climate action has never been more critical. The Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria also known as the #ClimateActionForStrongerNaija project is a transformative initiative designed to empower young people and youth-led civil society organisations (CSOs) to play […]
