CAPTURING PERSPECTIVES, INSIGHTS OF CHILDREN ON CLIMATE CHANGE

AVIGAIL F. NUNAG

In the country, children are exposed to floods and tropical ecosystems. These vulnerabilities often exacerbate existing social inequalities, placing additional strains on children and young people’s overall well-being.

With this, the Commission on Climate Change (CCC) has launched a video production that captures the perspectives and insights of children and youth.

The video features five individuals between 6 years and 16 years old, exploring their understanding of global warming and climate change and their experiences in communities and schools.

According to the CCC, the participants articulate their awareness of climate change issues and impacts, detailing their personal approaches to promoting climate-conscious and sustainable practices.

The children also express gratitude towards individuals they have interacted with, acknowledging them as environmental heroes for their contributions to raising awareness and participating in adaptation and mitigation efforts.

Citing data from the United Nations Children's Fund, the CCC noted that 1 billion of the 2.2 billion children worldwide live in extremely high-risk countries.

The video highlighted CCC's collaboration with children and youth, aiming for resiliency and sustainability. Climate action addressing the needs of youth and girls is among the priority positions of the Philippine government at the ongoing 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai.

It builds upon previous climate agreements such as the Paris Agreement and Kyoto Protocol, and advances global efforts in combating climate change.

-oOoThe author is a TEACHER III at MINALIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL