To position Hong Kong’s younger generation at the forefront of creating a more sustainable future and help them instigate change, Civic Exchange is organising the Hong Kong 2050 is Now Young Environment Ambassador (YEA) Programme. We believe this will build awareness of climate change among Hong Kong’s youth and help cultivate “issue experts” who are trained in climate science, design-thinking skills, and hands-on experience.

Through the course of the programme, participants will gain:

• Leadership skills such as public speaking, design thinking, project management, and stakeholder engagement
• Hands-on experience in a team mentored by seasoned professionals
• Networking opportunities with sustainability leaders across government, business, academia, and civil society
• Expertise in climate and sustainability-related topics, including decarbonisation, nature-based solutions, waste management, and sustainable consumption aligned with global frameworks
• Supports career exploration in green industries
• Ability to initiate and lead their own sustainable projects, delivering tangible impact
• An opportunity to win exciting prizes
• Eligibility to join the YEA Alumni for continued learning and professional exposure
• For outstanding participants, a chance to intern with Civic Exchange’s partner organisations

Details:

• Eligibility: Form 4 – 6 students (2026/2027)
• Language: Cantonese
• Date: Jul – Nov 2026
• Fee: Free of Charge, with a HKD500 refundable deposit
• Application Deadline: 26/6/2026

Check out the 2025 YEA winners’ testimonials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecGtpYc9NPE

Register or Know More: https://www.kelhk.org/yea