Young people from across Bangladesh gathered in Dhaka for the ‘Climate Hope Bangladesh 2025’ conference, pledging new commitments to tackle the climate crisis through innovation, resilience, and leadership.
Held at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), the two-day conference brought together over one thousand young participants, who actively engaged in various creative competitions including the National Climate Science Olympiad, Photography Contest, and Innovation Competition.
The event was jointly organized by Global Youth Changemakers, Environment Watch: BUET, and YouthNet Global, with Save the Children in Bangladesh serving as the Engagement and Outreach Partner.
Participants emphasized that they are not only highlighting the challenges of climate change but are also working towards sustainable solutions. According to the organizers, young people from one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable countries are moving beyond despair to build a future fueled by hope and action.
The closing ceremony featured A.K.M. Sohel, Chief of the United Nations Wing of the Economic Relations Division (ERD) of the Ministry of Finance, as the chief guest. In his remarks, he stated, “The innovative thinking and leadership of today’s youth are essential for building a safer planet for the future.”
The ceremony was chaired by Dr. Md. Mofizur Rahman, Professor of Civil Engineering and Moderator of Environment Watch: BUET.
Distinguished guests at the event included Edwin Koekkoek, First Counsellor for Energy and Climate Action at the Delegation of the European Union to Bangladesh, and Nayoka Martinez Backstrom, Deputy Head of Cooperation at the Embassy of Sweden in Bangladesh.
“We have not gathered here only to talk about the problems — we are here to find solutions,” said Jaifa Rahman Ruhi from Viqarunnisa Noon School and College, one of the competition winners.
At the end of the conference, 103 winners across 13 categories were awarded certificates and crests out of over 1,000 participants.
The award ceremony was a vibrant and festive occasion, where young people renewed their commitment to strengthen Bangladesh’s climate movement and lead the country toward a more resilient and sustainable future.
