Climate Youth Development Programme

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The Climate Youth Development Programme (CYDP) aims to bring together youth aged 18 – 35 who are passionate about addressing environmental sustainability and climate change issues in Singapore. Through the programme, youth will be equipped with knowledge and soft skills, provided access to key events and dialogues, and encouraged to foster collaboration among like-minded peers to drive ground-up action and raise awareness on these critical issues within their communities.

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What is CYDP?

The CYDP is an initiative launched by the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE), the National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS), and the National Youth Council (NYC) to strengthen the Government’s partnership with youth in advancing climate action and sustainable development.

The annual programme brings together 30 to 40 youth who are passionate about environmental sustainability and climate change issues and want to create a positive impact within their communities. They will embark on a journey that begins with a multi-day induction period, followed by ongoing activities and engagements in the weeks that follow.

Through the CYDP, youth will have the opportunity to:

(i) Be equipped with knowledge and/or soft skills that enable them to contribute more constructively to the environmental sustainability and climate change space.
(ii) Gain access to signature events and dialogues with stakeholders on environmental sustainability and climate change issues offered by the Government and its partners.
(iii) Collaborate with like-minded peers to drive ground-up action and raise awareness of environmental sustainability and climate change issues among the general population.

Details of CYDP

Participants will begin their CYDP journey with a multi-day Induction Week, where they will take part in learning journeys and dialogues with policymakers and industry experts to enhance their knowledge and soft skills for driving ground-up climate action. They will also get to network with like-minded peers from diverse backgrounds and explore potential collaborations.

After the Induction Week, participants will be provided with opportunities to continue growing their knowledge of climate and environment issues, and network with local and international players in this space. They will be involved in sessions specially curated by MSE, NCCS and NYC, and be offered access to signature events and platforms.

Upon completion of the programme, participants will be part of the Climate Youth Community (CYC) and be offered opportunities in various leadership development and climate-related platforms. They will also be provided with the resources to collaborate and lead community projects involving the broader youth population to address environmental sustainability and climate issues.

Highlights from CYDP 2024

Learning Journey to the National Cancer Centre Singapore on Food Resilience

Learning Journey to Keppel Seghers Tuas Waste-to-Energy Plant on Sustainable Living

Learning Journey to Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve on Nature & Biodiversity

Panel Dialogue on Climate Communications

Youth Delegation at COP28 in Dubai, UAE

Human Library on Waste Management