18th UN Climate Change Conference of Youth ‘COY 18’ set to commence on Sunday at Expo City Dubai

18th UN Climate Change Conference of Youth ‘COY 18’ set to commence on Sunday at Expo City Dubai

Abu Dhabi: The 18th edition of the United Nations Youth Conference (COY 18) will commence on Sunday, November 26th, at Expo Dubai. The event will be hosted by the Arab Youth Center in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the American University of Sharjah (AUS), and the Green House Research Center, affiliated with New York University Abu Dhabi.

The United Nations Youth Conference is a prominent gathering targeting climate movements, serving as a global platform that aims to unite Arab youth, researchers, and enthusiasts to discuss crucial topics such as international climate policies.

Her Excellency Shamma bint Suhail Al Mazrui, Minister of Community Development, COP28 Youth Climate Champion and Deputy Chair of the Arab Youth Center, commented: "The United Arab Emirates considers the role of youth pivotal in leading global efforts to address climate challenges. Hosting the COY18 conference presents a golden opportunity to apply our national model in empowering youth during the COP28 conference. We are committed to providing unique opportunities to amplify the voices of the youth, ensuring their effective participation in all facets of the COP decision-making process and guaranteeing their impactful engagement."

H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, stated, 'The