Pakistan, Feb. 9 -- Pakistan's youth are stepping out of the sidelines and into the heart of climate decision-making. Young climate leaders have formally presented a national youth climate mandate to parliamentarians, marking a pivotal moment for inclusive, accountable, and youth-driven governance. The announcement comes at the culmination of a nationwide initiative funded by the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), implemented by Yar Muhammad Samejo Educational Society and Development Organization (YMSESDO) in collaboration with and Abasyn University and hosted at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA)."

Addressing the audience at the National Conference on Youth Climate Policy and Governance, Nadir Gul Barech, CEO of the...