Problem Statement:

Youth4Change: Long-term Thinking aims to address the lack of responsible behavior and sustainable thinking among young individuals aged 16 to 27, particularly regarding UN Sustainable Development Goals #12 and #13 on responsible consumption and climate action.

Target Group: The project targets young participants aged 16 to 27, with a focus on fostering responsible behavior and sustainable thinking. Proposed Solution: The project proposes empowering young participants through workshops, discussions, and the "World Cafe" format to explore responsible consumption and climate action, aiming to create positive environmental change.

Hub Activities:

1. Organizing workshops and discussions.

2. Implementing the "World Cafe" format.

3. Facilitating exploration of responsible consumption and climate action.

Short-term and Long-term Goals:

Short-term: Raise awareness and knowledge among participants on responsible consumption and climate action.

Long-term: Foster a culture of responsible behavior and sustainable thinking among young individuals, leading to tangible environmental impact.

Available Metrics:

Output Metrics: Number of participants, gender distribution, countries represented, universities and high schools represented.

Impact Metrics: Increase in knowledge and awareness among participants, adoption of responsible behavior, and contribution to positive environmental change.

Project Collaborators:

- US Embassy Bishkek

- American Councils Kyrgyzstan

- C5+1 Youth Council

Event Details: - Name: Youth4Change: Long-term Thinking -

Date: August 12, 2023 -

Venue: Garden Hotel, 61 Aiylchiev St., Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan