{"id":38122,"date":"2026-11-09T10:08:45","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T07:08:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/?p=38122"},"modified":"2026-11-09T10:08:45","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T07:08:45","slug":"youth-climate-summit-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/en\/youth-climate-summit-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Youth Climate Summit 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 {\n\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\twidth: 33%;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 img {\n\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-38122 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon 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href='https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23.jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23-1024x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ds-doha.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Image-23.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">A Day of Climate Action and International Exchange<\/h3>\n<p>On Wednesday, 4 November 2026, Grade 9 students from the German International School in Doha attended the Youth Climate Summit 2026, held as part of the Doha Climate Talks. Hosted at The Outpost Al Barari, the summit brought together young people, diplomats, policymakers, and experts in science and sustainability.<\/p>\n<p>The day began with the school bus departing at 8:00 a.m. Following a varied programme, the group returned to school at 5:00 p.m. The journey to and from the venue was an experience in itself: large safari trucks transported the students through the desert to the resort and back again after the event. This extraordinary setting provided a memorable backdrop for the climate summit.<\/p>\n<h3>International Perspectives on Youth and Climate Diplomacy<\/h3>\n<p>The programme centred on how young people can play an active role in climate action and international climate diplomacy. Under the title \u201cYouth, Climate Action, and the Road to COP31\u201d, distinguished guests discussed the role of young people in addressing global climate challenges and preparing for the forthcoming UN Climate Change Conference, COP31.<\/p>\n<p>Speakers included H.E. Dr Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, Qatar\u2019s Minister of Environment and Climate Change; H.E. Oliver Owcza, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Qatar; H.E. Shane Flanagan, Australian Ambassador to Qatar; and H.E. Fahad Al Attiyah, founder of Hennat Salma Farms. Their contributions offered a range of perspectives from politics, diplomacy, and sustainable entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n<p>Academics and specialists from Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) and Education City also contributed to the programme. Professors and sustainability experts brought scientific perspectives and specialist insights to the discussions.<\/p>\n<p>Qatar\u2019s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) was also represented. Engineer Ahmed Mohammed Al-Sada, Assistant Undersecretary for Climate Change Affairs, highlighted the importance of empowering young people and their role in driving innovation and developing sustainable environmental solutions.<\/p>\n<h3>Workshops: Exploring Sustainability in Practice<\/h3>\n<p>Alongside the panel discussions, participants could choose from three workshops, each offering an opportunity to explore environmental issues in greater depth. Topics ranged from zero-waste fashion and sustainable clothing practices to marine life and the protection of marine ecosystems. Combining information with hands-on activities, the workshops demonstrated the many ways in which individuals can contribute to a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n<p>The distinctive location and design of The Outpost Al Barari provided an impressive setting for the event. Breaks, including a shared coffee break and a buffet afterwards, gave participants time to make new connections and continue their conversations.<\/p>\n<h3>Certificates and Recognition<\/h3>\n<p>At the end of the event, the selected young participants each received a certificate recognising their participation in and contribution to the Youth Climate Summit. The certificates acknowledged their commitment to engaging with the challenges of climate change and taking part in an international dialogue.<\/p>\n<h3>Reflections on the Day<\/h3>\n<p>Attending the Youth Climate Summit 2026 gave the Grade 9 students an opportunity to explore global climate issues from a variety of perspectives. Particularly valuable were their encounters with diplomatic and political representatives, as well as experts in science and sustainability. The workshops complemented the discussions with practical activities and concrete examples of how to take action.<\/p>\n<p>The summit highlighted that climate action is a shared responsibility involving governments, international organisations, and individuals alike. Young people can make an important contribution by asking critical questions, developing their own ideas, and acting responsibly. For the students, the day was an enriching opportunity to discover international perspectives and reflect on their own role in shaping a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Day of Climate Action and International Exchange On Wednesday, 4 November 2026, Grade 9 students from the German International School in Doha attended the Youth Climate Summit 2026, held as part of the Doha Climate Talks. 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