Perspectives of Latin American Indigenous and Afrodecendent Youth - Connecting Local and Global

This side event highlights the insights of Indigenous and Afrodescendent youth from Latin America, who play a crucial role in climate action but remain underrepresented in global decision-making. Young leaders will share their experiences of engaging with the UNFCCC process, addressing challenges of visibility and access, and showcasing how they connect community-based action with international climate negotiations. The discussion will explore how local knowledge, cultural and traditional perspectives, and grassroots initiatives enrich global policy debates, and how strong and continuous youth participation advances equity, climate justice, and more inclusive climate governance.