Press statement by the Youth-NREG Platform on the Galamsey menace, currently bedevilling our beloved country. We call on the government to act now!
#SaveOurWaterNow#EndGalamseyNow
1. The president should declare a State of Emergency on all mining activities
2. All planned and active mining concessions overlapping with river buffers should be abrogated (plus cancelling mining activities within 100m buffer of all rivers and streams).
#EndGalamseyNow
Join the Young Green Entrepreneurs Forum (YGEF) for discussions on sustainable business and eco-friendly solutions.
Network, share ideas & build a greener future for Ghana!
Apply by Sept 20th: https://t.co/zCWinqWZfs
#YGEF24#GreenInnovations#SYNDGhana
The costs of air pollution are staggering - from health risks to economic burdens - amounting to over $8.1 trillion, or 6.1% of global GDP. It's time to break free from fossil fuels and invest in #CleanAirNow for a healthier population & a stronger economy. #FossilFree4Health
Curious about Ghana's NAPs and NDCs processes and the role of youth? Join us on 5th Sept 2024 at 5 PM for an X Space session on 'Youth Inclusion in Climate Policies for Sustainable Development.'
https://t.co/CNO0pfIWye
Household air pollution is a silent killer, claiming 3.2 million lives annually. Women and children are the most at risk. Let's take action to promote cleaner, safer cooking practices. #BreatheLife#CleanAirForHealth
#InternationalYouthDay2024
AFRICAN YOUTH FOR AGROECOLOGY
Enhancing Digital Innovation for African Youth in Agroecology
On this International Youth Day 2024, the AFSA Youth Platform reinforces its commitment to harnessing the power of digital innovation in agroecology, equipping young people with the skills necessary to enhance agricultural practices and drive sustainable development. The theme for this year, 'From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,' resonates deeply with our mission to empower youth as innovators in Agroecology, including by using digital tools to create sustainable agriculture environments especially in Agroecological entrepreneurship. In this regard, we emphasize the transformative potential of digital technologies in achieving environmental stewardship, food sovereignty, and economic prosperity through agroecology.
Click below to read the full statment
https://t.co/WfBUIkctiK
Under our "women for better tomorrow project". I Took the opportunity to engage rural women on clean cooking, protection of shea trees and engaging in environmentally friendly and sustainable farming.
#weareshifting#responsiblefarming#cleancooking#togetherwecan
This week on the Let’s Talk Agroecology Series, young farmers will share their best practices and personal experiences in farming.
Set your reminder, join in, and be inspired!
Link🔗: https://t.co/qXdbOsc0gX
Don’t miss out!
#LetsTalkAgroecology#YouthInAgroecology