Developing a Comprehensive Advocacy Campaign Strategy with Action Plan for Engaging Youth in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) 

About Project
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) established the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in 2010 to support developing countries in mitigating and adapting to climate change. The Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), introduced during the Paris Agreement in 2015, build on this initiative by aiming to limit global warming to 1.5 to 2 degrees Celsius. All 196 participating countries are required to submit and periodically revise their NDCs to reflect updated actions and targets. The long-term goal of these contributions is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions without compromising food productivity. Pakistan, committed to these global efforts, has established the Ministry of Climate Change (MoCC) and enacted relevant policies, including the Climate Change Act of 2017, to align with UNFCCC goals.

Save the Children
Save the Children, an international organization with a strong track record in child rights and emergency response, has recently been accredited by the Green Climate Fund. This recognition underscores its commitment to addressing climate change as an intergenerational justice issue. Save the Children Pakistan is actively collaborating with the MoCC to combat climate change’s adverse effects and integrate youth into climate action.

NDCs Youth and Children Rationale
Youth and children play a crucial role in climate resilience and policy implementation. Despite their significant potential, they are often marginalized in climate strategies. Only a few countries have specifically addressed youth and their contributions in their climate plans. Recognizing that youth are both a vulnerable group and a vital force for future climate action, it is essential to include them in the planning and execution of NDCs. Engaging young people in these processes is not just about addressing their present concerns but also securing their future.

Scope of Work
To enhance youth involvement in climate action, MoCC seeks to develop a comprehensive advocacy strategy. This involves designing a policy campaign and implementation plan to engage youth in the NDCs revision and execution process. Save the Children will hire a consultant with expertise in similar projects to lead this initiative.

Key Objectives:

1. Develop a comprehensive policy campaign and implementation strategy for youth engagement in NDCs.
2. Design national and sub-national campaign activities involving youth and stakeholders.
3. Identify and engage youth champions for the advocacy campaign. Compile a report detailing the advocacy strategy and action plan for MoCC.