The Climate Teen Hub (CTH) has wrapped up 2024 with remarkable achievements, marking a year of groundbreaking initiatives, inspiring youth-led actions, and a vision for a sustainable future. Established in March 2024 as a project of The Ebaidebheki Initiative (TEI), CTH has been at the forefront of educating and empowering teenagers to take action against climate change.
Since its inception, CTH has provided a platform for teenagers from diverse backgrounds to converge monthly, exchange ideas, and take practical steps toward addressing environmental challenges. Among the year’s highlights was the groundbreaking partnership with the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) on the “One Million Tree Project,” an initiative that demonstrated the power of collaboration in driving sustainable change.
The capstone of the year was the Super Converge 2024, held in December. The event celebrated the creativity, resilience, and passion of young climate advocates and offered a platform for showcasing their contributions to environmental sustainability.
The Super Converge brought together teenagers, experts, and stakeholders for a day of impactful sessions, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, and creative presentations.
Habiba Nadia Ma’aji inspired with her talk on “The Future of Climate Change: What Do Kids Need to Know and Do?”, urging her peers to stay informed and take responsibility for climate action.
Ubamsinach Chizor-Osigwe shed light on “Innovative Solutions: Teen-Led Climate Actions and Green Technologies,” showcasing the potential of youth-driven eco-friendly innovations.
Faruna John-David captivated the audience with “Advocacy and Activism: How Teens Can Lead the Charge for Climate Policy Change,” encouraging bold leadership among teenagers.
Moderated by the dynamic Oyinda Oke, this session featured inspiring contributions from Aisha Abdulsalam, Halima Murtala, and Isochikanma Chizor-Osigwe, emphasizing fairness and inclusivity in climate solutions.
Sustainable Lifestyles: Moderated by Aisha Nasreen Tahir, panelists Aisha Ahmed, Chimdi Asonye, and Ehima Okei provided actionable strategies for teenagers to live and inspire sustainability.
Poets Khairah Lawal (8 years old) and Chukwuezuolam Chizor-Osigwe moved the audience with heartfelt climate advocacy pieces, proving that passion knows no age limit.
The event’s success was made possible by a dedicated team of young leaders. From 10-year-old assistants like Abdulsalam Lawal and Chidubem Asonye to charismatic MCs Abdulsalam Oke and Daniella Edozie, everyone played a vital role. Reflections from participants like Chizoba Asonye further underscored the impact of CTH on their personal growth and commitment to climate advocacy.
As CTH looks to 2025, it envisions an even greater year of initiatives, partnerships, and events aimed at empowering teenagers to lead the charge against climate change. “The dedication and passion of our teenagers this year have laid a solid foundation for a brighter, greener future,” said a CTH representative.