The main theme of the conference is “Climate Change – Our Challenge.” It is expected to attract over 200 young people worldwide, aged 15 to 24. Discussions will focus on how to reduce carbon footprints, green jobs for youth, the impact of disasters and conflicts on the environment, and sustainable lifestyles. The conference will record commitments made by youth, develop and propose regional action plans, and elect the Tunza Youth Advisory Council. A youth statement on climate change is also expected to emerge and will be presented to the UNFCCC Copenhagen Conference in December 2009.  

dates: 21-26 August 2009  
location: Republic of Korea  
additional: Daejeon  
contact: UNEP Division of Communications and Public Information  
phone: 254 20 7623262  
fax: 254 20 7624350  
e-mail: children.youth@unep.org  
www: http://www.unep.org/tunza/youth/conferences_events/TIYC2009/TIYC2009_FORM.asp