Melisa Longes

Climate Advocate, Youth leader, Environmental Management, Passionate about Climate Justice, Youth participation and Sustainable Development in Karamoja 🇺🇬🌎

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Honoured to be part of the Municipality Development Forum (MDF)—a platform for inclusive governance, youth participation and sustainable community development. When communities lead, meaningful change becomes possible. 🌱🤝 #MDF #YouthLeadership #CommunityDevelopment

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Proudly inaugurated as a Lake Victoria Youth Ambassador! 🌊💙

Committed to championing sustainable fisheries, youth leadership, and a healthier Lake Victoria for generations to come.

#LakeVictoria #YouthForSustainableFisheries

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples and their invaluable contribution to our world. Let’s protect their rights, cultures, lands, and voices. ❤️🌍

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousVoices #Karamoja

[SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES INITIATIVE UGANDA. @FishInitiatives]

The Lake Victoria Conservation Initiative is more than an environmental effort; it is a pathway towards economic transformation, regional integration and sustainable development. - Justus Wanjala, Assistant Director of Fisheries
#SaveLakeVictoria #LakeVictoriaYouthAmbassadors

[SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES INITIATIVE UGANDA. @FishInitiatives]

Nothing for Youth and Children without Youth and Children; thats what #LCOYUg2026 is all about, we are very inclusive!
Join us tomorrow and friday!
@LCOYUganda1
@UNICEFUganda
@UNDPUganda @Y4BioClimate

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Creating workplaces where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued starts with all of us. Proud to participate in a discussion on Workplace Respect, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Discrimination, organized by UKARIMU. Together, we build inclusive and respectful workplaces for all.

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Day 2 of the Youth Summit has strengthened our commitment to shaping Karamoja's future through inclusive governance, climate action, and meaningful youth participation. Every conversation brings us closer to sustainable solutions driven by young people.

#KaramojaYouth #Climate

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Inclusive governance and climate action are the foundation of a resilient and prosperous Karamoja. Youth voices matter, and our actions today shape tomorrow.

#KaramojaYouth #ClimateAction #InclusiveGovernance

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

> Day 3 at #LCOYUg2026 continues to strengthen youth voices for climate action. Together, we're turning ideas into solutions for a more resilient and just future. 🌍💚
#YouthEngagement #KaramojaYouth @UNDP_UG @UNICEFUg @NwanneObahor @IanKingUg #ClimateAction #LCOYUg2026

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Shared ideas, Youth voices @ LCOY2026

[Youth For Biodiversity & Climate @Y4BioClimate]

Every voice matters. Today's Karamoja regional consultation brings together passionate youth committed to driving climate resilience, innovation, and meaningful policy change from the grassroots to the global stage. #LCOYUg2026

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Every shared idea brings us closer to lasting climate solutions. Youth voices matter, and together we're driving action for a sustainable future.

#LCOYUg2026 #YouthEngagement #KaramojaYouth @UNDP_UG @NwanneObahor @IanKingUg @UNICEFUg @DrRobinNandy @FISHInitiative @GreenAghnet

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

#LCOY

[Skill and Equip Youth Initiative for Karamoja @Skill_Youth_kja]

#Photomoment during the #LCOYUg2026 conference in #karamojaregion #YouthEngagement #KaramojaYouth

Bright faces after getting knowledge on #ClimateActionMitigation @Baybrah1 @winnie_ade3441 @Skill_Youth_Kja @GreenAghnet @UNDP_UG and other young people of the Karamoja region

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

> Day 2 at #LCOYUg2026! 🌍 Empowering young people to lead climate action, champion climate justice, and shape a sustainable future for Karamoja and Uganda. 💚
@UNDP_UG @UNICEFUg #YouthEngagement #KaramojaYouth

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

#LCOYUganda2026

[Youth For Biodiversity & Climate @Y4BioClimate]

No community should be left behind. Youth and children from Uganda's fishing communities deserve a seat at the climate table.

Join us at #LCOYUg2026 and shape a resilient future.

[Melisa Longes @MelisaLonges]

Inspired by the #LCOYUganda training! 🌍 Equipped with knowledge on #NDCs, biodiversity, and youth-led #ClimateAction. Ready to turn learning into action for a more sustainable future.

@NwanneObahor @IanKingUg @UNDP_UG @UNICEFRepUG @UNICEF_UG @mm_kayody @moniqueakullo15 @Derrick