Women's Forum Global Meeting 2024

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Nisreen Elsaim

Robert Bosch Academy

Sudanese Climate and Peace Activist, Former Chair of the UN Secretory-General Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change

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Nisreen Elsaim is an accomplished environmental and climate activist with a bachelor's degree in physics from the University of Khartoum, Sudan. She furthered her academic pursuits by obtaining a master's degree in renewable energy from the same university. Throughout her career, Nisreen has been actively involved in fostering community organization and has successfully established over 13 organizations at local, regional, and international levels. Her dedication and impact have been recognized by various nominations and prizes, including the Kofi Annan Democracy Award. Notably, she serves as the General Coordinator for Youth and Environment - Sudan (YES), a platform dedicated to providing networking opportunities for environmentally conscious youth. Additionally, Nisreen holds the position of Chair at the Sudan Youth Organization on Climate Change (SYOCC), a youth-led organization committed to addressing climate issues. Her influence extends beyond borders as she has led and mentored numerous young individuals within organizations such as YOUNGO, PACJA, Abu Dhabi Youth Voices, among others. She also contributes to international dialogues as a junior negotiator with the African Group of Negotiators, focusing on technology transfer and climate change policies. Nisreen's expertise is further showcased through her contributions to policy papers on climate change, renewable energy, gender equality, and youth empowerment. Her exceptional abilities were acknowledged when she was appointed to chair the UN Secretary-General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change in 2020. In 2022, Nisreen was selected as part of the inaugural cohort of the Marianne Initiative for Human Rights Defenders, a prestigious program initiated by the French President. In the same year, media communications highlighted her shortlisting for the Nobel Peace Prize. Currently, she continues her impactful work as a fellow at the Robert Bosch Academy, a Re.Generation leader by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (FPA2), and One Young World Ambassador 2024.

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Plenary
Oct 23, 2024
12:00 PM12:40 PM
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The mother of all reconciliations: Caring for our planet

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In an era defined by environmental crises, our disconnection from nature underscores the urgent need to integrate science, culture, and emotional connections to foster a renewed relationship with our planet. All voices, especially those of women, are pivotal in uniting for the preservation of Earth. Inclusive dialogue means actively engaging marginalised communities, indigenous groups, and diverse stakeholders in decision-making processes. By amplifying these voices and integrating their insights into environmental strategies, we can build more equitable and effective responses to the challenges facing our world and the threats we pose to nature.
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