Next Generation island Leaders explores the impactful work of youth advocates from across the globe who are spearheading transformative change. From government innovators to movement instigators, young climate champions will share their personal journeys and insights into how they’re making a difference.
The dynamic panel conversations will include perspectives from cross-sector leaders who are championing campaigns, initiatives, and solutions to complex social and environmental challenges. Throughout the program, moderators will highlight calls-to-action that provide viewers with meaningful opportunities to participate in local and global campaigns.
The Next Generation Of Island Leaders
Sponsored by
Institute of Island Studies at the University of Prince Edward Island

Speakers:

Chet Monday
Director of Youth Engagement, March for Science

Elissa Lalande
Senior Policy Analyst for Climate Change

Esteban Andrés Araya Silva
Ciudadanos Y Clima – Isla Grande Tierra Del Fuego

Florence Jansen
University of the Highlands & Islands

Heeta Lakhani
Global South Focal Point, YounGo

Jamilla Sealy
Environmental Educator & Advocate; Sickle Cell Warrior; Queen’s Young Leader Barbados

Joe Moeono-kolio
Head of Pacific, Greenpeace

Komal Narayan
Sustainable Ocean Alliance, Fiji

La Tisha Parkinson
Peace Boat Ambassador

Marie-Claire Graf
Global North Focal Point, YounGo

Onika Benn
Director of Economic Development, Linden Fund Usa

Rhoda Meek
Isle Develop CIC

Saand Ahmed
Project Manager, Undp-comoros

Selina Leem
Climate Activist

Shafira Charlette
Sids Youth Aims Hub, Seychelles

Solomon Yeo
Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC), Solomon Islands

Tarran Simms
Ministry of Tourism, Bahamas / Youngo, Coy16 Liaison, Bahamas