About Us

Our story and mission

About Us

The Youth Action Network for Climate Change and Environment (YANCCE) was launched on 29 December 2022 by the Sindh Community Foundation under the project Youth Action for Environmental and Human Health.

Beginning with 30 young members from Hyderabad, the network has expanded to 500+ active members nationwide, with outreach across Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, KPK, AJK, and ICT.

YANCCE is a youth-led, volunteer-driven initiative that mobilizes young people to address climate change, environmental degradation, and their social impacts. It emphasizes youth leadership, awareness campaigns, and policy engagement to build resilient communities.

Vision & Mission

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Vision

To cultivate a responsive generation of youth who lead climate action and environmental sustainability in Pakistan.

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Mission

To empower young people as climate leaders, strengthen community resilience, and promote sustainable practices through awareness, advocacy, and action.

Objectives

Leadership

Nurture youth leadership for climate change adaptation, biodiversity, and environmental interventions.

Awareness

Promote youth-led climate and environmental awareness campaigns targeting communities and young people nationwide.

Policy Engagement

Provide spaces for youth to interact with policymakers and resource providers at national, provincial, and local levels.

Networking

Establish national, regional, and international networks for learning and sharing among young climate leaders.