YAAC TALK N°3 : African Youth, Climate & Migration
YAAC Talk · Edition 3 African Youth:endure the climateor transform it? At the third YAAC Talk, committed voices came together to answer one of the most pressing questions of our generation. Date February 21, 2025 Format Panel Discussion Theme Climate & Migration Background Leaving your land. Abandoning your roots. Departing — not by choice, but out of necessity. This is the daily reality for thousands of young Africans, driven by a climate crisis that is reshaping territories, economies, and identities across the continent. It was precisely this reality that YAAC Talk 3 set out to address on February 21st. Through an engaged panel discussion, the event brought together field actors, researchers, and young leaders to confront a fundamental question: « Is African youth condemned to endure climate crises… or capable of turning them into opportunities for action? » The collective answer was unequivocal: young people are not the problem — they are the solution. And the tools already exist. Local solutions, rooted in African knowledge systems and driven by agroecological innovation, are emerging across the continent. Topics covered 🌱 Agroecology Sustainable farming practices adapted to local African realities 🌍 Climate migration Understanding forced displacement driven by environmental crises 💡 Local solutions Innovations built by and for African communities 🤝 Youth leadership Engagement and ownership by the next generation of changemakers Throughout the discussion, speakers emphasized that resilience is not a passive stance. It demands deliberate choices: investing in agroecology over imported and ill-adapted models, strengthening local capacities, and — above all — believing that Africa’s future need not be a flight, but a construction. YAAC Talk 3 is part of an ongoing series of gatherings designed to fuel the thinking and action of young Africans committed to climate and social transitions. Each edition is a space for dialogue, shared experience, and the collective building of real solutions. Full replay available Watch YAAC Talk 3in its entirety ▶ Watch the replay on YouTube « African youth is not the problem. It is the solution. » #YAAC #ClimateAction #Migration #AfricanYouth #Leadership #Agroecology #AfricaRising
𝒀𝑨𝑨𝑪 𝑻𝑨𝑳𝑲 2 : Women, knowledge, and agroecology: at the heart of sustainable climate adaptation
On November 1st, 2025, the Youth Alliance for Agroecology and Climate (YAAC) held its YAAC Talk #2, a powerful and engaging session dedicated to the theme:“Women, Knowledge, and Agroecology: At the Heart of Sustainable Climate Adaptation.” For more than 2 hours and 30 minutes, women leaders, changemakers, and environmental advocates came together to share their experiences, challenges, and visions for building a sustainable and resilient Africa. Highlights of the Discussion The session featured rich exchanges and inspiring testimonies, emphasizing the essential role of women in shaping the future of agroecology and climate resilience.Among the key themes explored: Participants highlighted that empowering women and recognizing their expertise are cornerstones of effective climate adaptation across African communities. 🎥 Watch the Recap Video Relive the best moments of the session!🎬 Watch the 30-minute summary video of YAAC Talk #2 here: Through powerful stories and collective reflection, this edition of YAAC Talk reaffirmed that women stand at the center of ecological and social transformation — as guardians of knowledge, innovators, and agents of change. At YAAC, we believe that amplifying women’s voices is essential to building a fairer, greener, and more resilient Africa. Join the movement, share your perspective, and take part in the dialogue that is shaping the future of agroecology and climate action.