Global Youth Climate Network - GYCN

04/02/2026

We are back! Apply NOW to be part of the 2026 edition of the Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program! 💚

Submit your application here: https://lnkd.in/eQUb3zER

We’re excited to launch the next edition of the Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program, a partnership with the World Bank Group’s Youth-to-Youth (World Bank Group Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Community) Community.

With 1.2 billion young people projected to reach working age in emerging economies over the next decade, creating pathways to green jobs is more important than ever.

This program brings together young changemakers from around the world to learn and act together, building solutions for a livable planet.

Ready to be part of it? Apply today: https://www.connect4climate.org/apply-now-max-thabiso-edkins-youth-ambassador-program-2026

17/12/2025

Your story matters!

There’s still time to take part in the Global Youth Video Call.

If you’re 18–30, share a 1-minute video on how your home, neighborhood, or work shaped your path.

Submit before Dec 22 ➡️ https://wb.forms.fm/a-global-youth-video-call

19/03/2025

🌍⚡ , a member of our 2023 Max Thabiso Edkins Ambassador cohort, recently joined young leaders from the Amazonia and Semiarid regions of Brazil at the G20 Social Summit. As a member of Youth Alliance for Energy Governance, she presented a letter on justice in the energy transition to the Chair of Youth 20! 💡

Sabrina also represented , the organization she founded to foster environmental and human rights dialogue. Additionally, she played a key role in the Y20 Local Meeting, mediating discussions in the Climate Change, Energy Transition, and Sustainable Development Working Group. ⚖️

30/01/2025

Introducing the 2025 Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassadors! 🌍✨

We’re honored to welcome this incredible cohort! Your passion for climate action is truly inspiring, and we can’t wait to see your ideas in action! A huge thank you to everyone who applied—your commitment to our planet gives us hope for a more sustainable future. 💚

21/12/2024

Happy holidays from the GYCN team! 🍃 🙌 🎄

18/12/2024

Thank you to the bold and visionary young leaders who applied for the Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador Program! 🙌

Your commitment to represents the energy and determination driving global change. 💚

We are carefully reviewing your applications and will notify candidates before the end of January 2025. 🌍✨

Stay tuned - this program is a journey, a movement, and a community! 🍀

16/12/2024

2025 Climate Investment Funds Youth Fellowship applications are open until December 18, 2024. Apply now! 🌲 🌱

The CIF Youth Fellowship is a one-year career development initiative that embeds young professionals directly into CIF-financed projects in their country. Fellows work as part of national teams, contributing technical expertise, research, project design, and the implementation of climate initiatives.

Discover CIF Fellow25, a program dedicated to empowering emerging climate leaders with the skills and knowledge to drive impactful climate solutions globally. Learn more about this transformative initiative.

12/12/2024

🌍 Deadline extended to December 16th! Apply now for the Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador Program 2025. 💚
Join the 4th edition and become a part of the change.

Apply now 👉 https://c4c.ink/apply-for-mtecap



Connect4Climate World Bank Group Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Community

06/12/2024

Apply NOW! Deadline EXTENDED 🙌 Dec. 16!

Connect4Climate World Bank Group Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Community

26/11/2024

MTE Climate Ambassador , a senior at attended for week 1! She launched the youth programming for week 1 of the South Korean pavilion as part of and did engagements for event as well as at the Brazil, and , across the blue and green zone. It was a wonderful opportunity to engage and connect with other youth working in this space!

18/11/2024

🌍 Ready to make an impact? The Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador Program 2025 is now accepting applications! 💚 Join the 4th edition and become a part of the change. Apply now 👉 https://c4c.ink/apply-for-mtecap



World Bank Group Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Community

Photo Credits:
Beatrice
Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador 2024