10, 11, 12 February 2012, Antipolo

THE YOUTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT

The Youth and the Environment: Why should you be concerned?

Historically, Man is an integral part of his natural environment Everybody could contribute to the welfare of our nature Since things are interconnected, all of us might be affected if we will not act and care The synchronized voices of the youth would be POWERFUL and can be HEARD

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

1995: The UN World Programme of Action for Youth on the Environment, (A/RES/50/81) Rapid worldwide deterioration of the natural environment is a major concern of young people Direct implications for their well-being both now and in the future Urgent need to maintain and preserve the natural environment must be maintained and preserved for both present and future generations Need to use natural resources in environmentallyfriendly manner

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

The United Nations Environment Programme Mission: To provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

1995: The UN World Programme of Action for Youth on the Environment, (A/RES/50/81)
Issues: While every segment of society is responsible for maintaining the environmental integrity of the community, young people have a special interest in maintaining a healthy environment because they will be the ones to inherit it.

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

1995: The UN World Programme of Action for Youth on the Environment, (A/RES/50/81) Proposed Plan of Action: 1. Integrate environmental education and training into education and training programs 2. Facilitate the international dissemination of information on environmental issues to, and the use of environmentally sound technologies by, the youth

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

1995: The UN World Programme of Action for Youth on the Environment, (A/RES/50/81) Proposed Plan of Action: 3. Strengthen participation of youth in the protection, preservation and improvement of the environment 4. Enhance the role of the media as a tool for widespread dissemination of environmental issues to youth

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

In February 2003, the Governing Council of UNEP adopted a long-term strategy for engaging young people in environmental activities and in the work of UNEP The programme is based on a strategy that aims to provide young people with information and tools on how to "treat Mother Earth with care" and how to Act for a better world.

TUNZA, the UNEP subagency for the youth got its name from a word in Kiswahili (the common language of most East African countries) that means to "treat with care".

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

UNEP works in partnership with Children from all over the world, represented by Junior Board which is elected every 2 years during UNEP's TUNZA International Children's Conference Initiative to ensure sustained involvement of the youth in the planning and implementation of programs for the environment

TUNZA, the UNEP subagency for the youth got its name from a word in Kiswahili (the common language of most East African countries) that means to "treat with care".

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

2005: The UN World Youth Report Highlights: Young people continue to have a strong interest in protecting and preserving the planet's resources Mobilization and support of local youth organizations will be critical to achieving the Millennium Development Goal of ensuring environmental sustainability

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

2005: The UN World Youth Report Highlights: Need for information on environmental issues to lead to functional and action-orientated outcomes Example: Yearly Clean up the World campaign; more than 40 million volunteers in over 100 countries; millions are youth; practical way for large youth sector to take action to improve their local environment.

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

Clean up the World Act Established in 1993, in Australia after Clean Up Australia approached the UNEP to adopt the community-based, environmental campaign that inspires and empowers communities around the globe to clean up, fix up and conserve their environment

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

Clean up the World Act Global concept, local implementation Encourages networking and partnerships with public and private sector groups Adopted by all member-states and organizations in the different

countries

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

Curacao Italy Dubai, UAE United States of America

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

As a member state, the Philippines is also doing its share in responding to the global call to save the environment through various programs like Clean Up the World

Campaigns

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

UNEP and other organizations promote adopting climate-friendly lifestyles to reduce carbon emission which through practical measures that the YOUTH can do: Using traditional wind-up alarm clock vs electronic clock Drying clothes in clothesline vs dryer

The Youth and the Environment: A brief global perspective

Jogging outdoors vs running on an electric treadmill Switching from regular 60-Watt light bulbs to energy-saving ones Shutting down your computer and flat screen both during lunch break and after working hours

Group Activity

The Green Campaign

The GREEN Campaign

Come up with a creative presentation on how the youth can take on a more environmentally-conscious mindset

Leadership and the Environment

Leadership and the Environment

Student leaders can influence their peers to develop a green and eco-friendly mindset Bear in mind that leadership is a dynamic process of getting to what has been set as the overall goal Think out of the Box Walk the talk

Leadership in the Ecological Principles

There are 7 ecological principles
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Nature knows best All forms of life are important Everything is connected to everything else Everything changes Everything must go somewhere Ours is a finite earth Nature is beautiful and we are stewards of Gods creation

Can be used as a guide in leadership

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Leadership in the Ecological Principles

1. Nature knows best Most basic and encompasses the other principles One must not go against the natural processes if one would like to ensure a continuous and steady supply of resources. Be conscious of adhering and promoting to ecologically sound activities

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Leadership in the Ecological Principles

2. All forms of life are important All individuals have a significant role in nature Everybody has roles and this is bound to affect our own roles as leaders and individuals

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Leadership in the Ecological Principles

3. Everything is connected to everything else Everything interacts with each other in an ecosystem In life, people with different roles interact with each other and these interactions will influence our decisions

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Leadership in the Ecological Principles

4. Everything changes The only constant is change Learn to adapt to changes around you Changes within your environment affects you

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Leadership in the Ecological Principles

5. Everything must go somewhere Nothing can be kept hidden forever This principle reminds us of the need to be credible, responsible and accountable leaders Critical to the leader to define the direction and mission of its team
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6. Ours is a finite earth Everything is limited Learn to maximize resources

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Leadership in the Ecological Principles

7. Nature is beautiful and we are stewards of Gods creation Humans are the only species and actors capable of protecting other creatures As leaders, you can protect, lead and shepherd your peers or followers towards a common goal and shared vision A good leader must download all the necessary knowledge and attitude too the team for proper guidance purposes

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Prof. Jennifer Marie SungaAmparo

Assistant Professor at the University of the Philippines, Los Baos College of Human Ecology

Contextualizing the Youths Role and Participation in Safeguarding the Environment

Synthesis

Karen Davila

HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE AND TRUSTWORTHY LEADER

Mr. Efren Peaflorida

Teacher and Social worker

SPECIAL MESSAGE