United Nations IOM COP29 Youth Delegates on Climate Migration for Young Changemakers 2024

COP29 is a critical moment for global transformative climate action, as it will review the progress and ambition of the countries’ commitments to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Also, climate change impacts millions of people globally every year and disproportionately affects the most vulnerable ones, including significant numbers of young and marginalized communities.

Aim and Benefits

Additionally, applicants will benefit the following:

Learn about the latest developments and challenges on climate change and migration, and how they relate to human rights, development, and peace;
Share your experiences, perspectives, and recommendations on climate migration with other young people, experts, and decision-makers;
Develop your skills and knowledge in advocacy, communication, and leadership.
Expand your network and collaborate with other youth activists and organizations working on climate change and migration;
Represent the voice of young people and influence the global policy agenda on climate migration.

Requirements

Aplicants must ensure they meet the following eligibility criteria:

Be between 18 and 30 years old at the time of the COP;
Have a valid travel document and be able to travel to Azerbaijan and attend the COP29 in person;
Have a demonstrated interest and experience in migration and climate change issues, preferably with a focus on one or more of the following themes: human mobility, disaster risk reduction, adaptation, mitigation, resilience, human rights, gender, youth empowerment, water scarcity, security and peace, urban-rural dynamics, or social inclusion;
Have a proven record of leadership and engagement in your communities, organizations, or networks on migration and climate change issues / or have a story to share as a person who migrated or has been displaced in the context of climate change;
Have the availability and commitment to participate fully in COP29 and in the pre-COP29 activities organized by IOM.