Students' Tourism Hub

19/11/2024

On the 19th of November, 2024, the Students’ Tourism Hub executed its first school-to-school tour at the Sierra Leone Grammar School compound. Focusing on sensitising school-going pupils, explaining two broad areas- *Tree Planting and Waste Management*.

They emphasized the effects of tree planting. Identifying the roles trees play in the Carbon Cycle - absorb carbon (C02), providing Oxygen. Its usefulness to biodiversity, conservation, sustainable tourism and economies. Also, pinpointing the impacts of cutting down trees on global warming which disturbs our lives, business and work.

Waste management was also discussed. Its crucial roles in sustainable development, job creation through recycling ♻️, reduction and mitigation of greenhouses-methane, Carbondioxide and carbon monoxide, Responsible waste management practices in schools like reusable water kits to avoid littering of plastics and plastic cups. Waste burying in place of burning etc. on the other hand, the impact of poor waste management- breeding grounds for bacteria( diseases).

Sustainable Tourism relies on adequate treeplanting and waste management. The hub admonished students to mitigate the impact of gases from waste, and that of deforestation while we maximize the practice sustainable tourism in our environments.
Freetown City Council
C40 Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone

19/11/2024

Students' Tourism Hub, in collaboration with Freetown City Council and Bloomberg Philanthropies, proudly announces its upcoming School to School Tour.

From November 19th to 30th, 2024, we will embark on a journey under the theme: "*Promoting Waste Management and Tree Planting Through Education."*

Join us in fostering environmental protection advocacy and sustainable tourism practices among students!

Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
C40 Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone

23/10/2024

Here at the maiden session of LCOY-sierra Leone as a Breakout Facilitator

LCOY Sierra Leone
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
C40 Cities
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Save the Children Sierra Leone
Ministry of Youth Affairs, Sierra Leone

20/10/2024

🌍Empowering Youth for Climate Action🌱

The Students' Tourism Hub engages in alot of advocacy as we strive for sustainable livelihoods.

Two of our members Hassan Hindolo Senesie and Sydnella Pratt went on a capacity building training to better enhance their work at the Hub.

Star Catch-Up Salone organized a one-day Action Training in Freetown, as an initiative empower young leaders. What our representatives learned not only deepened their understanding of Youth led Advocacy but also Gender-Responsive Climate Solutions, UNFCCC structure and processes.

As one of the facilitators, Hassan Hindolo Senesie spoke on Leveraging the Arts For Climate Advocacy, which is a practice we use at the Students' Tourism Hub.

A huge thanks Star Catch Up Salone for giving us this opportunity to empower youth leaders.

Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Star Catch-up Salone

17/10/2024

Insights into waste management from the cleaner's perspective.

14/10/2024

We want to thank everyone involved in making a defining success!

With over 350 Lighthouse events across more than 70 countries around the world, and 216 inspiring videos from 51 nations, it's incredible to witness our global community for climate adaptation.

But the call is not over. You can still take action by signing the petition to amplify funding for climate adaptation efforts: https://bit.ly/YCAADpetition

With your help, Global Center on Adaptation and youth organizers like Youth Initiative 4 Climate Action have made a lasting change for a more resilient society

14/10/2024

Thank you for the effort aimed at bringing youthful and innovative solutions to climate space

We want to thank everyone involved in making a defining success!

With over 350 Lighthouse events across more than 70 countries around the world, and 216 inspiring videos from 51 nations, it's incredible to witness our global community for climate adaptation.

But our call is not over. You can still take action by signing the petition to amplify funding for climate adaptation efforts: https://bit.ly/YCAADpetition

With your help, we have made a lasting change for a more resilient future!

14/10/2024

The Students' Tourism Hub is inviting applications for Dissertation and Long Essay Grants on Waste Management and Tree planting.

Wastes and tree-cutting are both Tourism-climate issues in our country and are popular among students.

This grant will further the activism and education on tourism-climate solutions to waste management and tree planting by empowering youths to provide viable data that can be useful for the future.

The grant will be awarded to eligible and qualified students after thorough evaluations.

*WHO CAN APPLY?*
1. Final Year students in any university in Freetown.
2. Students currently writing their dissertations or long essays and whose projects/topics are on either *Waste Management* or *Afforestation*

Interested individuals can apply through this link: https://bit.ly/4gYXN3z

*Note: all applicants will be required to show proof of their student status and will be screened.*

For more information or further inquiries email or contact us: [email protected] and/or +23276226302

Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Bloomberg Philanthropies
C40 Cities
Freetown City Council
Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone

12/10/2024

STUDENTS’ TOURISM HUB

The Youth Climate Adaptation Action Day, organised by the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) on the 12th of October 2024 is the largest running annual youth adaptation event taking place in over 100 countries around the world.
This mobilization of young people driving adaptation actions focuses on how young people can play a big role in helping communities in Sierra Leone and around the world adapt to climate change and our goals align with such movement.

Today some members of the Students' Tourism Hub attended a Lighthouse event by YICA-SL. We got to interact with many like-minded individuals. The Hub has been on the journey of advocating for sustainable livelihoods through Tourism and we are passionate about climate actions while focusing on our local communities and schools.

Our participation was felt during the breakout session as one of our members Hassan facilitated a group discussion.

With panel discussions, breakout sessions and the highlight of the event, an educative présentation on the Theme: 'Empowering Youth for Climate Resilience: Advancing Adaptive Solutions for Sierra Leones Future' by the keynote speaker Mr. Henry David Bayoh, the first YCAAD was a success.

We from the Students' Tourism Hub were fortunate to grace such an event. We look to creating more awareness.



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Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Youth Initiative 4 Climate Action
Global Center on Adaptation

08/10/2024

IDEP - African Institute for Economic Development and Planning trained, qualified and competent Climate Change Negotiator.

27/09/2024

27/09/2024

Happy world Tourism Day!

10/09/2024

Join the Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone Secretariat!

Are you passionate about climate action and youth empowerment? YCC Sierra Leone is looking for dedicated individuals to fill the following positions:

📍Capacity Building Officer
📍Policy and Research Officer
📍Communications and Outreach Officer
📍Partnership Lead

How to Apply:

To apply, visit bit.ly/yccslrole and complete the application form by 15th September 2024. Alternatively, you can send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information, contact us via email at [email protected] or call +232 76283979.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of a youth-led movement driving climate advocacy in Sierra Leone!

04/09/2024

Last month, we join YICA along other youth climate organization.

03/08/2024

If you ask why join the Youth Climate Council, here is one of the reasons you should.

Click the link below to join

https://forms.gle/DsQPxa9CFdYmfY75A

01/08/2024

‼️‼️CLOSING GROUP SOON‼️‼️

Hello everyone! 🌟

Thank you all for being a part of the Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone launch event. Your participation was invaluable, and we hope you found the experience enriching and inspiring.

As we move forward, we will be closing this WhatsApp group as it was only created to facilitate communication with participants. To stay connected and continue engaging with us, we invite you to officially sign up for the Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone. By signing up, you'll be added to the official YCC WhatsApp forum, where you can stay updated on future events, discussions, and opportunities to make a difference in our climate initiatives.

Please sign up here: https://forms.gle/DsQPxa9CFdYmfY75A

We look forward to having you as a part of our community and working together towards a more sustainable future. 🌿

Thank you once again, and see you in the YCC forum!

Warm regards,
The YCC Sierra Leone Team

Youth Initiative 4 Climate Action
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Freetown City Council
UN Environment Programme
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone

31/07/2024

We are thankful for this opportunity!.

Freetown City Council announces winners of the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone, 31 July, 2024: Mayor of Freetown and C40 Co-Chair, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, announced the 9 winners of the Youth Climate Action Fund at the monthly council meeting. The winners include: Movable Ease Sierra Leone, Sierra Eco Heat, Girls for the Environment, Sierra Sport Paladin, Student Tourism Hub-FBC, Youth Initiative for Climate Action (YICA) Sierra Leone, Nature for Mangroves, EducAid Green Guardians (EGGs), and the Freetown Media Center.

Launched in May 2024 by Freetown City Council, , and the (UCLG), the Fund's objectives include supporting innovative projects that propose creative and sustainable solutions to change, empowering young leaders in the environmental sector, promoting community engagement, and creating networks and opportunities for collaboration among young climate activists, organizations, and experts.

To be eligible, applicants had to be between 15-24 years old, with projects that address a specific environmental issue, propose a feasible solution, and demonstrate potential for significant impact and community engagement. The winning youth organizations will each receive a microgrant of between $1000 and $5000 to implement their innovative projects for climate action. The winners submitted comprehensive plans outlining how funds the will be utelised within 30 days of receiving the notification. The plans include timelines for implementation, along with a roadmap for reporting and monitoring project progress and impact.