Climate change as seen by youth

Maria Fernanda Giraldo

As young people, we are constantly looking for ways to make a difference in the world. And there is no more urgent problem than climate change. As the climate crisis accelerates, we face an existential threat that will affect everyone, especially young people in Honduras and around the world.

Climate change has the potential to profoundly affect the lives of people around the world. We are already seeing its effects in the form of extreme weather events such as droughts, floods and increasingly intense storms. In Honduras, climate change is exacerbating poverty and food insecurity, and threatening biodiversity and natural resources.

Young people in Honduras and around the world are the most affected by climate change. As temperatures rise and extreme weather events become more common, our lives are threatened. Lack of access to clean water, food and safe housing becomes even more acute. In addition, climate change threatens to leave an entire generation with an uncertain and unstable future.

That is why it is imperative that we take action to address the climate crisis. As young people, we have the power and responsibility to lead the way towards a more sustainable and just future. At YMCA Honduras, we are committed to promoting sustainability and raising awareness about the climate crisis. We are working to educate young people about climate change and helping them find ways to reduce their carbon footprint and protect the environment.

But we need more than that. We need world leaders to take bold and effective action to address the climate crisis. We need ambitious targets set to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and significant resources allocated to protect vulnerable communities. We need policies enacted that encourage the transition to a sustainable economy and investment in clean and renewable technologies.

As young people, we must push our leaders to take bold action in the fight against climate change. We must unite to demand a sustainable and just future for all. It is our responsibility to protect our planet and ensure a better future for generations to come.

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