Climate Action Summit Europe 2022

Changemakers
for the Planet
at COP29

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Why COP29

Youth representation at events like COP29 is essential. The decisions made today will shape the future that young people will inherit. With their fresh ideas, bold solutions, and direct stake in addressing the climate crisis, alongside their energy and commitment to climate action, young people have the power to drive transformative change focused on long-term sustainability and equity. Empowering youth at COP isn’t just important—it’s vital for building a better future for all.

Changemakers for the Planet

Through Changemakers for the Planet we search, identify, and recruit young changemakers, activists and leaders, who tackle climate change, biodiversity loss, air, sea and land pollution.

Through Changemakers for the Planet we search, identify, and recruit young changemakers, activists and leaders, who tackle climate change, biodiversity loss, air, sea and land pollution.

How we support our climate changemakers to make the most of COP29

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Access

Thanks to the support of our programme partner, Apple, we are providing stipends to seven climate changemakers from the Changemakers for the Planet programme, ensuring that financial barriers don’t prevent their attendance at COP29.
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Preparation

We provide online pre-COP training and share valuable insights from our lessons learned, all designed to help participants confidently navigate and make the most of their COP experience.
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Amplification

We actively share the stories of our climate changemakers across various channels, providing them with a platform to showcase their on-the-ground COP29 experiences and impactful changemaking work to a broader audience.

COP29 Youth Guide

Created by ChangemakerXchange and ClimaTalk, COP29 Youth Guide is your essential companion for navigating COP29 with ease and confidence. Designed specifically for young changemakers, it brings together key information, must-have resources, and crucial links to help you make the most of the conference—from practical basics and event guides to do’s and don’ts, accessibility tips, and vital safety and emergency protocols.

Our Community

At the heart of ChangemakerXchange is a vibrant close-knit community of over 1000 changemakers from 130 countries working on a vast range of issues. See below the ChangemakerXchange members who we will be supporting and participating at COP29.
Abdelkader Elkhaligi
Abdelkader is leading Banlastic Egypt’s mission to eliminate single-use plastics. He is expanding access to sustainable alternatives, raising public awareness, and advocating for stronger environmental policies.
Abdelkader Elkhaligi
Linkedin
Amal
Amal managed the Children and Youth Pavilion at COP29 and COP30 and is now deepening her technical expertise in climate adaptation and resilience at Cadlas in London.
Amal Ridene
Linkedin
Baliqees Salaudeen
Baliqees is tackling food insecurity and youth unemployment through Green Republic Farms. She is advancing sustainable agriculture while creating new opportunities for young people in Nigeria.
Baliqees Salaudeen
LinkedIn
Fella Bouti
Fella is transforming Algeria’s urban landscape through Eco Tashira’s innovative green solutions. She is advancing sustainable development projects that strengthen cities and improve communities across the country.
Fella Bouti
LinkedIn
20241029 Linh Do
Linh is developing the next generation of sustainability leaders through the University of Melbourne’s Wattle Fellowship. She is equipping emerging changemakers with the leadership skills to drive meaningful environmental and social impact.
Linh Do
LinkedIn
Marwen Mokdad
Marwen is advancing circular aquaculture through POLYCHAETA, a sustainably produced marine worm used as fishing bait and aquaculture feed. He is providing a reliable, eco-friendly alternative for fishermen and industry professionals.
Marwen Mokdad
LinkedIn
Maryam Akhtar
Maryam is empowering children and young people to take climate action through the NextGen Sustainability Hub. She is equipping the next generation with practical skills and knowledge through summer camps and hands-on toolkits.
Maryam Akhtar
Linkedin
Mateusz Ciasnocha
Mateusz is building a stronger connection between agriculture and climate policy through European Carbon Farmers. He is championing farmer-led solutions to accelerate Europe’s transition to more sustainable and resilient food systems.
Mateusz Ciasnocha
LinkedIn
20241026 Mejda Khaled
Mejda is redefining sustainable products through AGARUW’s technology-driven approach to waste recycling. She is empowering artisans, expanding the circular economy, and helping reduce environmental footprints through innovative tools and education.
Mejda Khaled
LinkedIn
Muhammad Abdullahi
Muhammad is transforming waste into opportunity through eTrash2Cash. He is helping communities earn cash incentives for recycling while advancing cleaner environments and more sustainable livelihoods.
Muhammad Abdullahi
LinkedIn
Mutetelenu Kalama
Mutetelenu is empowering the next generation of ethical leaders through Agents of Change Zambia. By combining leadership training with radio and media, she is sparking conversations on social and environmental issues across the country.
Mutetelenu Kalama
LinkedIn
Ola Alhaj
Ola is leading Reco Project, Syria’s first youth-led environmental initiative. She is tackling plastic pollution while empowering young people to drive climate action and environmental change.
Ola Alhaj
LinkedIn
Oliver Rieche
Oliver is strengthening trust in environmental markets through Balance Eco by transforming carbon credits into biodiversity-enhancing Balance Units. He is also inspiring more people to take meaningful action for nature and the climate.
Oliver Rieche
LinkedIn
Philippe Birker
Philippe is scaling regenerative agriculture across Europe through Climate Farmers. He is building the infrastructure needed to support farmers and accelerate the transition to more resilient food systems.
Philippe Birker
LinkedIn
Rahma Ibrahim
Rahma is strengthening environmental journalism through Climate School, an Arabic-language platform for climate reporting. She is equipping journalists with the knowledge and training to tell more impactful environmental stories.
Rahma Ibrahim
LinkedIn
Walid Gara
Walid is giving unwanted items a second life through Mostaamel, making it easier for people to donate what they no longer need. He is reducing waste while supporting communities and promoting a more circular economy across Tunisia.
Walid Gara
LinkedIn
Wara Iris Ruiz Condori
Wara is empowering the next generation of green journalists through Green Voices. She is equipping young people in Bolivia with the skills to tell impactful environmental stories and drive climate awareness.
Wara Iris Ruiz Condori
LinkedIn
Yusuf
Yusuf is improving learning environments for children with limited opportunities through Reflective Teens. He is creating spaces where young people can access the resources and support needed to thrive academically and creatively.
Yusuf Munna
LinkedIn
Through one of our flagship programmes, Changemakers for the Planet, we continually offer new opportunities for climate changemakers, activists, and those working towards the wellbeing of people and planet. Sign up to our waitlist now and stay tuned!