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Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and head of IDEA (International Dialogue for Environmental Action) Public Union Leyla Aliyeva has participated in discussions titled "Investing in Education for Climate Resilience: Strengthening Early Development and Environmental Literacy", Azernews reports.

The event was co-organized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and IDEA Public Union as part of the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29)

In her speech, Leyla Aliyeva emphasized the crucial role of youth in addressing environmental challenges and combating climate change on a global scale.

The founder and head of IDEA Public Union stressed the importance of expanding opportunities for young people to share knowledge and experiences through environmental education, awareness campaigns, and international platforms.

Touching upon IDEA's projects and initiatives, Leyla Aliyeva outlined numerous efforts aimed at engaging youth in climate action and fostering responsible attitudes toward nature. She provided insights into eco-camps, awareness campaigns, documentary films, and their positive outcomes.

Speaking at the event, Leyla Aliyeva highlighted that IDEA has been a member of the IUCN since 2014, noting a decade of inter-institutional cooperation. She drew attention to the significant role of international solidarity and collaboration in ensuring a sustainable and healthy future and cultivating a more environmentally informed younger generation.

Azerbaijan Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev; IUCN Director General Grethel Aguilar; Director of Education at EARTHDAY.ORG Bryce Coon as well as Janina Guevara, a young eco-activist representing the "#Decarbonize" program by the Center for Global Education who spoke at the event, put forward various opinions on the topic, noted the role of environmental literacy.