The Global Alliance of Universities on Climate (GAUC) has announced the 2024 ‘Climate x’ Leadership Training Program. This program aims to empower youth with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to envision a sustainable future, take meaningful action, and unlock their potential as talents for the carbon-neutral future.
The youth generation is the backbone of the net-zero future, serving not only as inheritors but also as owners, creators, and leaders. The ‘Climate x’ ideology emphasizes the interconnectedness of global development issues. To achieve carbon neutrality, it is essential to respect nature, cross-disciplinary barriers, and explore innovative solutions that synergize climate action with the other 16 SDGs.
Program Overview
Duration: 1 Month of Knowledge Immersion
Format: Online interactive sessions, about 5 hours/week in September
Focus: Enhance scientific ingenuity, deepen global governance understanding, and broaden international perspectives.
Lecturers:
- University professors
- Youth mentors
- Guest speakers
Practical Application
Timeline: September to November
Activities: Organize at least 2 local community events impacting a minimum of 100 individuals.
GAUC Resources:
- Student community
- Global partners
- International platforms
Timeline
July-August: Rolling admission
September-November: Lectures
- Sep 3: Global Climate Governance by Sciences Pro
- Sep 5: Global Climate Governance by The University of Tokyo
- Sep 10: Climate x Energy by Indian Institute of Science & The University of Tokyo
- Sep 12: Leadership #1 by (To Be Announced)
- Sep 17: Climate x AI Innovation by Imperial College London
- Sep 19: Leadership #2 by (To Be Announced)
- Sep 24: Climate x Health by Australian National University
- Sep 26: Leadership #3 by (To Be Announced)
Certification
- Climate x Youth Trainer: Awarded upon completing the 1+N module and impacting 50 individuals.
- Climate x Youth Pioneer: Awarded upon completing the 1+N module and impacting 100 individuals.
Who Should Apply
Eligibility: Open to college students worldwide from any discipline who:
- Identify with the cause of carbon neutrality and are committed to it.
- Show a strong interest in climate change and sustainability.
- Demonstrate outstanding leadership potential in studies or community involvement.
- Commit to participating in all program components and impacting at least 100 individuals.
- Possess strong English comprehension and expression abilities.
How to Apply
Application Materials: Complete the application form
- A brief paragraph explaining your interest in the program.
- A resume.
For more details and to apply, visit the GAUC Climate x Leadership page.