Innovation Village for Young African Minds-IVYAM

22/03/2025

Today, we take action for our planet! Climate change and unsustainable practices threaten our water resources it’s time to rethink how we use and protect water.
Join us as we commemorate World Water Day and The Biggest Hour for Earth at Chidobe Secondary School.
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WWF Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Youth Biodiversity Network

21/03/2025

All Roads Lead to Chidobe Tomorrow
Tomorrow, the 22nd of March 2025 we gather at Chidobe Secondary in Hwange to commemorate World Water Day and take part in the Biggest Hour for Earth! .The countdown is overnow is the time for action!

Let’s come together and give an hour for water—because protecting our planet starts with protecting our water.

Are you ready?
Join us and be the change!

WWF ZimbabweZimbabwe Youth Biodiversity Network

20/03/2025

We are taking the movement to the Grassroots
This year we are bringing the Biggest Hour for Earth straight to the people! Every man, every woman this is your call to action!
Join us at Chidobe Secondary School in Hwange for an unforgettable Earth Hour experience.

It’s not just about learning it’s about fun, unity, and action! And what better way to celebrate than with the Earth Hour Cup the first-ever football match of its kind!
Date: 22 March 2025
Theme: Give an Hour for Water

Be part of history. Be part of the change. Let’s kick off for the planet!


WWF Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Youth Biodiversity Network

18/03/2025

A movement for action and a moment for Nature
For one hour, the world will pause to reflect, to act, and to stand for nature. This year, Zimbabwe joins the global movement, commemorating Earth Hour and World Water Day together in a powerful call for change.
As we count down to March 22, 2025, hear what our leaders and stakeholders have to say about this pivotal moment for our planet. The time to act is now!


WWF Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Youth Biodiversity Network

25/11/2024

It was a great honor to attend Beats and Rhymes for Climate Justice a powerful space where creativity meets the call for climate action.

At the Innovation Village for Young African Minds, we believe in the transformative power of collaboration and innovation. Young people across Africa hold immense potential, and by working together bringing our unique talents and skills to the table , we can shape the sustainable future we all envision. We encourage a culture of partnership, where ideas are shared, solutions are built, and the voices of young people become the driving force for change.

As we took positve action , we realised that it is impossible to ignore the disappointing outcomes of COP29, particularly on the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance and the chronic underfunding of adaptation and loss and damage efforts. This failure further underscores the urgency for young people to rise as advocates for justice, demanding increased adaptation finance and fair solutions for vulnerable communities.

Let us be clear: sustainable development cannot happen without us. As the Innovation Village, we are committed to working with all stakeholders governments, civil society, and the private sector to amplify our collective impact. Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities, creating resilient communities and a just world.

Thank you Kuwadzana Press Tafadzwa Gwini for inviting us to be part of this incredible event for climate justice . Let us continue to push boundaries and redefine what is possible.
Pan African Climate Justice Alliance Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife Zimbabwe ActionAid African Youth Initiative on Climate Change ZimbabweAfrica Forward Oxfam Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association Green Governance ZwAll For Climate ActionAfrican Youth Climate Hub Young Volunteers for Environment Zambia Climate Justice SchoolCatalyst 2030Friends Of The EnvironmentWWF ZimbabweZimbabwe Youth Biodiversity NetworkAfrican Network of Young Leaders for Peace and Sustainable DevelopmentBeverley Garawaziva

04/11/2024

04/10/2024

In light of the pressing challenges posed by climate change, particularly for Global South nations disproportionately affected by its impacts, it is essential that development initiatives prioritize environmental sustainability. To ensure effective action, we must engage all stakeholders in the planning, implementation, and monitoring processes.

As IVYAM, we strive to compliment government efforts for greater outcomes, as part of these efforts we took an opportunity to attend and meaningfully participate in the Second Climate Change and Development Conference in Zimbabwe, alongside the Local Conference of Youth 2024 held at Harare International Conference Centre from 2nd -3rd of October 2024. This two-day event was an invaluable opportunity for collective dialogue and action, emphasizing the critical importance of amplifying youth voices as we approach COP29 and work towards refining targets of the Nationally Determined Contributions Draft 3.0 and ensuring that the final document aligns with national priorities and international commitments.

We urge all stakeholders to recognize the urgency of this moment and commit to collaborative efforts that will shape a sustainable future for all. Let us come together to foster inclusive solutions that address the climate crisis and its far-reaching effects.

WWF ZimbabwePan African Climate Justice AllianceAfrica ForwardMinistry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife ZimbabweZimbabwe Environmental Law AssociationGreen Governance ZwOxfamActionAidAll For Climate ActionFriends Of The EnvironmentYoung Volunteers for the environmentYoung Volunteers for Environment ZambiaZimbabwe Youth Biodiversity NetworkAfrican Youth Initiative on Climate Change ZimbabweCatalyst 2030Climate Change Management DeptBeverley Garawaziva Kuwadzana Press Climate Newsroom Climate Justice School African Network of Young Leaders for Peace and Sustainable Development

24/09/2024

Last week, we joined ActionAid's Global Climate Week workshop, where we exchanged powerful ideas and strategies for climate activism. The week ended with climate funeral, symbolizing the urgent need for action if we don’t act now, we’re digging our own grave. Let’s ensure justice prevails for all as we confront this crisis head-on!
The time for change is now
ActionAid WWF Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Youth Biodiversity Network All For Climate ActionPan African Climate Justice AllianceMinistry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife ZimbabweZimbabwe Environmental Law AssociationClimate Change Management DeptAfrica ForwardFriends Of The EnvironmentYoung Volunteers for the environmentGreen Governance ZwOxfam

12/08/2024

Happy International Youth Day to you all
We are going live !

Join us
From Clicks to Progress: Empowering African Youth to Drive the Social Economy

This event will discuss and explore pathways for the transition from digital engagement to tangible progress, emphasising the critical role of African youth in advancing the continent's social economy and contributing to the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the Global Agenda 2030

Register here🔗:https://bit.ly/3SGhp20
African Union Africa Forward