Fatshimetrie looks at the impact of climate change on children in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and highlights the consequences of floods and heat waves on young people. UNICEF emphasizes in a recent press release, released on this Universal Children’s Day, that these events have a negative impact on the well-being of Congolese children.
In a context where the environment occupies a crucial place for the future of generations to come, it is essential to promote a constructive dialogue between adults, actors of the present, and children, future decision-makers. This approach would give the youngest the opportunity to express themselves and engage in the fight against climate change.
UNICEF reports that various activities were organized on the sidelines of Universal Children’s Day in the DRC. These include roundtables bringing together children to discuss their vision for the future of Congo in the face of climate challenges, immersion days in private companies to stimulate vocations among young people and help them envision their professional future, as well as events such as “Child Takeover”, where children temporarily take the reins of certain companies.
UNICEF’s flagship report, released today, warns of an uncertain future for children in 2050, characterized by extreme climate crises, demographic shifts and growing technological disparities. It calls for urgent action to protect children’s rights in a rapidly changing world.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, this year’s theme highlights the role of children as actors in the fight against climate change and environmental degradation. The report analyzes how demographic changes, the climate crisis and technological advances will impact children’s lives in the decades to come.
It is crucial to raise awareness and mobilize more around these issues, in order to guarantee a better future for children in the DRC and around the world. Young people must be at the heart of prevention and adaptation actions in the face of environmental upheavals, because their involvement is essential to building a sustainable future.