Support youth in their direct action on climate

World Water Day is held annually as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The official UN day, which took place on Friday, is a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn more about world water issues, to voice their own opinions regarding water concerns and to encourage them to explore what they can do in 2019 and beyond, to promote sustainable practices in the areas of water and energy.

In Eco-Unesco, Ireland’s environmental youth organisation, we often see young people take action to save the environment. On the news of young people taking action for climate change earlier this month, I was struck by the perception from some that young people taking action on environmental issues is something new.