Local Action,Global Impact
The journey to COP begins at the grassroots level. Discover how Local and Regional Conferences of Youth empower the next generation to influence global climate policy.
150+ Countries
Unifying youth voices across every continent through local initiatives.
What is LCOY?
LCOY stands for Local Conference of Youth. It is an event under the umbrella of YOUNGO, the official youth constituency of the UNFCCC. Its primary aim is to localize the climate conversation and gather national perspectives.
Grassroots Focus
Connecting local challenges with global solutions through community workshops.
National Youth Statements (NYS)
Formal outputs that represent the unified demands of a nation's youth population.
What is RCOY?
Regional Conferences of Youth bring together young people from across entire continents. They serve as a bridge between national efforts and the global stage.
Regional Youth Statements
Aggregating national data into powerful regional demands to present at international forums.
Network Building
Creating a cross-border ecosystem of activists and policy experts dedicated to regional resilience.
The Road to Impact
See how a single local voice travels from a neighborhood LCOY to the halls of the United Nations.
LCOY
Local Conference of Youth: National focus & NYS creation.
RCOY
Regional Conference: Continental consolidation.
COY
Global Conference of Youth: The final global assembly.
GYS
Global Youth Statement: The unified voice for negotiation.
COP
UN Climate Change Conference: High-level policy impact.
A Global Network of
Engagement
Climate Catalyst supports over 40 LCOYs annually, ensuring that no region is left out of the global decision-making process.
6 Continental RCOYs
25,000+ Participants
Official YOUNGO Endorsement
Ready to bring the change to your country?
Applications to host an LCOY open annually. Start building your local movement today.