You don’t have to be a climate scientist to contribute.
AYCAN welcomes young people with different backgrounds, experiences and interests who want to learn, collaborate and contribute to meaningful climate and environmental action.
You can contribute through:
AYCAN is building an inclusive network of:
You don’t need to be an expert.
Curiosity, commitment and willingness to contribute matter.
Support environmental and community-based initiatives.
Contribute to research, data collection and knowledge development.
Help make climate knowledge accessible to young people and communities.
Share ideas and skills around clean energy and sustainable solutions.
Use writing, media, storytelling and creative skills to amplify climate action.
Help connect AYCAN with schools, communities, organizations and youth networks.
Joining AYCAN should not be presented as simply receiving a membership certificate.
Instead:
Develop your understanding of climate change, sustainability and environmental issues.
Meet young people, professionals, researchers and organizations.
Use your skills to support meaningful initiatives.
Develop leadership, teamwork, research and project experience.
Bring ideas and community solutions to life.
There are three ways to join AYCAN
Become part of the growing AYCAN network and connect with young people working toward a more sustainable Africa.
Contribute your time, skills and ideas to AYCAN’s activities, initiatives and development.
Organizations, institutions, researchers, professionals and community groups can collaborate with AYCAN on initiatives and opportunities.
AYCAN is currently in its establishment phase. We are building our team, partnerships, programmes and resources to create a strong youth-led network for climate and environmental action across Africa.
You don’t have to wait until everything is built to become part of the journey.
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