HONOLULU - Keiki, teens and young adults are encouraged to attend the Youth Climate Summit on Saturday,November 16 at the Hawai?i State Capitol.

Youth can become climate champions and help guide the state’s Climate Action Pathways by sharing their vision for a climate-ready Hawai?i. Students will engage with policymakers, community and government organizations, as well as other youth leaders to promote climate policy action in Hawai?i.

The Hawai?i State Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (CCMAC) and Climate Future Forum are hosting the family friendly event. Youth ages 14-26 can attend the Climate Future Forum from 8:30 a.m. to noon to work on policies with lawmakers. The mission is to inspire young people to take action on climate by engaging in the 2025 legislative session.

All ages are invited to the Youth Climate Summit from noon to 2:30 p.m. There will be live music and networkingopportunities for participants to engage with state climate leaders and environmental organizations to learn how they can make a difference.

“The youth of Hawai?i have the strongest voice in shaping their future. It is important to incorporate all the voices of our community in the co-development of our Climate Action Pathways, and this event brings young people to that table,” said Leah Laramee, Hawai?i Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Coordinator. “We are excited to provide them this opportunity to be heard and involved in creating a climate ready Hawai?i.”

There will be a prize giveaway with climate-friendly prizes and there is no charge to attend. Registration is required by November 15 for the Climate Future Forum; registration is recommended, but not required for the Youth Climate Summit.