SOUTH AFRICAN YOUTH CLIMATE ACTION PLAN FORMAL INPUT SUBMISSION FORM
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS 13 AUGUST 2021!
A process is currently being convened to develop the first South African Youth Climate Action Plan (YCAP). The vision for the document is two-fold. Firstly, the youth written formal declaration component will serve as a guide for youth, decision-makers, civil society, and relevant stakeholders to inspire local climate action that is equitable, relevant, and intersectional. Secondly, it serves as a platform to share stories, art and media while expanding and fostering a cohesive youth network that will build a sustainable and climate resilient future. This current call for submissions is directed at young people and youth organisations interested in co-creating a sustainable, greener and intersectional future. We call on you to share your lived experiences and visions of the future to inform the policy declaration section of the YCAP.

So far, young people engaged in the process have decided upon five pillars and numerous principles described below. These pillars and principles serve to guide you in thinking about which key thematic areas you think should be addressed in the YCAP. The pillars and principles are not set in stone and we recognise that there may be important areas that are  left out, so If you feel that there are themes missing, feel free to add them in your submission.  

The YCAP process is being convened through the Youth Programmes at the South African Institute of International Affairs (Youth@SAIIA) in partnership with various organisations, schools, and university groups across South Africa.

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The Pillar/Principle structure allows us to establish what the overarching themes of our national YCAP are (PILLARS) and what related topics can be discussed under them (PRINCIPLES). This will help us to clearly know which areas of climate action South African youth are interested in addressing.
ELIGIBILITY
- Young person residing in South Africa between the age of 13 and 30 (in 2021).
FIRST NAME(S) *
SURNAME(S) *
DATE OF BIRTH (you must be between the ages of 13-30 in 2021) *
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SCHOOL OR UNIVERSITY (FOR LEARNERS AND STUDENTS ONLY)
IF YOU ARE PART OF AN ORGANISATION, WHAT IS YOUR ORGANISATION'S NAME?
ARE YOU SUBMITTING YOUR INPUT AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR ON BEHALF OF A GROUP OR ORGANISATION? *
EMAIL ADDRESS *
CELL PHONE NUMBER *
I IDENTIFY MY GENDER AS... *
WHICH PROVINCE DO YOU CURRENTLY RESIDE IN *
FORMAL SUBMISSION QUESTIONS
In order to focus your input into the process, we have included guiding questions to answer. We recommend that you type up your responses in a word doc first and then copy and paste your responses. You do not have to answer all questions, but the more input we get the better. If you have any problems, please contact youth@saiia.org.za.
How do you understand climate change? How does it link to your life right now and in the future?
What role do young people play or what role do you think they should play in climate action, activism and advocacy?
How should we address issues of good governance, accountability, leaderships and transparency in our climate responses and action?
How should we incorporate or address intersectional issues (e.g. gender, racism, health, education, inequality, decolonisation, etc.) in our climate responses and action?
How should we address the need for systemic change and transforming our societies in our climate responses and action? Please consider topics like the Just transition, Sustainable Energy, Circular Economy, Waste Management, Transportation, Smart Urbanisation (Urban Planning, Infrastructure preparedness), Water Management, and Science & Innovation
How should we address Environmental Sustainability that considers Oceans and Seas, Land,  Biodiversity, Natural Resources (e.g. fresh water), Agriculture and Food Systems in our climate responses and action?
The 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, referred to as COP26 is a global climate summit held annually and attended by countries across the world to discuss matters surrounding climate change. What outcomes do you wish to see taking place?
What points should we raise to our local and global leaders at COP26?
Is there any other comment or input you would like to give for consideration in our climate responses and action?
I voluntarily agree to participate in the formation of the South African Youth Climate Action Plan, by contributing my ideas and input. *
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