Hawaiʻi keiki, teens, young adults invited to Youth Climate Summit at state Capitol Rotunda
Hawaiʻi’s next generation of climate leaders, student advocates and young visionaries are invited to the upcoming Youth Climate Summit in Honolulu.
The summit, slated for noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 24 at the state Capitol Rotunda, will bring keiki, teens and young adults from throughout the state together for direct engagement with policymakers, learn how to master the legislative process and champion real action for a healthier, safer and more affordable Hawaiʻi.
This high-energy, family-friendly event is co-hosted by Hawaiʻi State Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission and Climate Future Forum. Participants will have a proven platform to pitch their vision, collaborate with decision-makers and drive tangible legislative solutions for local communities.
The summit isn’t only about sharing ideas — it’s about turning youth perspectives into policy.
Past youth participants actively shaped state climate strategy, including co-authoring a dedicated youth chapter in the Hawaiʻi Climate Action Pathways plan to build a more resilient Hawaiʻi.
Through hands-on experience, participants build essential communications skills, learn to draft legislative proposals and practice presenting directly to lawmakers.
“Young voices are essential to the climate movement because the decisions being made today directly define the world we inherit tomorrow,” said a former summit participant. “Our lived experiences and insights matter, and the Youth Climate Summit provides a crucial platform that allows us to turn our shared concern into legislative solutions for Hawaiʻi’s future.”
Live local music, free lunch (while supplies last), networking with environmental groups and eco-friendly prize giveaways also are part of summit festivities.
Register for the Youth Climate Summit online.
For more information Contact Climate Outreach Leader Bill Unruh via email at bill.unruh.contractor@hawaii.gov for additional information or with any questions.
