Intergenerational Equity and
Climate Justice
Advocating for sustainable practices that ensure a fair and just transition for future generations.
Capacity Building
and Youth Empowerment
Strengthen the skills and knowledge of youth climate activists through training, workshops, and dialogues.
Why we exist
Putting Youth at the forefront of the solution.
Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing Sierra Leone today. Its devastating socio-economic impacts disproportionately affect young people, making it essential for youth to be at the forefront of solutions.
Policy Engagement
Actively influencing Sierra Leone’s climate policies, including the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and plastic waste management policies.
Youth Leadership Development
Organizing workshops and training to enhance the skills and leadership capabilities of young climate advocates.
Community Outreach and Campaigns
Engaging communities in climate adaptation, mitigation, and awareness campaigns across the country.
Networking and Partnerships
Building alliances with local and international stakeholders to expand opportunities for youth engagement.
Our Missions.
Empower Young People
To empower young people across Sierra Leone to become active leaders in climate policy advocacy and grassroots activism, fostering resilience, collaboration, and engagement at all levels of climate action.
The impact of climate change on Sierra Leone’s youth is profound and far-reaching. From disrupted livelihoods to increased vulnerabilities, young people are on the frontlines of this crisis.
Young people need to participate in the climate policy discussions, not just participate but participate meaningfullay.
Hassan Hindolo Senesie, National Coordinator, YCC Sierra Leone.
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YOUTH CLIMATE COUNCIL SIERRA LEONE ENGAGES WITH CATBIE PROJECT TO ADVANCE YOUTH-LED CLIMATE POLICY AND ADAPTATION INNOVATION
On April 23, 2025, the Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone held a strategic engagement meeting with the Project Management Unit of the Promotion of Climate Adaptation Technology and Business Model Innovations and Entrepreneurship in Sierra […]
Youth Climate Council (YCC) Partners in Two-Day NDC Consultation for Young Women and Girls
From 9th to 10th April, Youth Climate Council (YCC) partnered with Youth Initiative for Climate Action (YICA) to facilitate a two-day Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) Workshop and Consultation specifically for young women and girls across […]
Launch of the Youth Climate Council Freetown Chapter – A New Era for Youth-Led Climate Action in Freetown
On Friday, December 13, 2024, the Youth Initiative for Climate Action (YICA-SL) proudly launched the Youth Climate Council Freetown Chapter at the Freetown City Council Hall. This milestone marks the first local chapter of the Youth Climate Council Sierra […]
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