About COY18
What is COY?
Empowering Youth for Climate Action
World’s Largest
Youth Conference
The Conference of Youth (COY) is the most substantial youth conference related to the multilateral UN climate processes.
About YOUNGO
Global COY
Universal Inclusion
These conferences build-up to the Global COY, held annually in the same country as COP, preceding it by a few days.
YOUNGO, UNFCCC’s youth constitu-ency empowers and brings youth voices to shape intergovernmental climate change policies.
To achieve universal accessibility, inclusion, and diversity, YOUNGO organizes local and regional COYs annually across the world.
UNFCCC: The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change has long recognized the COY as a space consistent with the United Nations Youth Strategy (Youth 2030).
COP28 Presidency: The COP28 Presidency has recognized COY to continue their efforts on championing youth voices, and have highlighted the Conference as a cornerstone event for capacity building and inclusion.
UN Youth Envoy: Jayathma Wickramanayake has shared a letter of endorsement form the office of the Youth Envoy of the United Nations, positioning COY as an opportunity for youth engagement and for building on a better future.
Our Endorsements
Introducing the COY18 Hosts
The Arab Youth Center (AYC) is a non-profit organization that was established to empower young Arabs on a regional scale and address their needs. The Center offers a unique platform to develop youth capabilities and support innovation and creativity among youth. AYC implements purposeful initiatives across diverse sectors while also conducting research on young Arabs to help decision-makers shape policies that enable their progress.
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) is an internationally recognized institution known for its modern campus and facilities, is part of the COP28 University Climate Network and ranked 5th for for community engagement in sustainability worldwide. AUS integrates eco-friendly practices into its operations and curriculum, empowering students to be environmentally concious and responsible global citizens.
"Green House" is a student interest group affiliated with NYU Abu Dhabi. Their focus revolves around addressing the climate crisis through education, action, and organization. Instead of solely concentrating on individual sustainability efforts, Green House directs its attention towards broader matters like climate policy, impactful climate solutions, and environmental equity. They emphasize the human aspects and consequences in their endeavors, aiming to create tangible and meaningful change.
KEY COMPONENTS OF COY18
Global Youth Statement
A collective statement representing the perspectives of youth from around the world, building on L/RCOYs, to be presented to decision-makers.
Action Planning
Activations and launches, creating
on-ground campaigns, brainstorming climate solutions and initiatives, etc.
Networking
Roundtable discussions, focus groups, fun activities, bilateral meetings with decision-makers, etc.
Capacity Building
Workshops, training, courses, and plenary sessions on negotiations, leadership, policy, fundraising, media training, advocacy, etc.
Future Focused
Green Skills
Upskilling youth in green skills & UNFCCC processes to ensure effective participationCOY Roadmap
Establish a roadmap for all L/RCOYs to contribute to the GCOY effectively.
Creative
Youthful
A program that is engaging and practical to the youthNew Perspectives
Incorporating fresh ideas and adopting a creative, holistic lens.
What makes COY18 special?
Hospitality
UAE Standards
COY18 will be up to UAE’s refined standard - clean, comfortable, and practical.Arab Hospitality
Incorporating the generosity, heritage, and hospitality of Arabs in the guest’s journey
Inclusive
Representation
Solid demographic representation across program, participation, and mediaAccessibility
Enable participation for people
of determination and offer translation services to overcome language barriers.
Connective
Collaborative
Communication leading up to COY18 is collaborative and global.Streamlined
Communication channels are efficient and smooth for timely and clear delivery
About COY18
What is COY?
Empowering Youth for Climate Action
The Conference of Youth (COY) is the biggest youth conference related to the multilateral UN climate processes.
World’s Largest
Youth Conference
YOUNGO, UNFCCC’s youth constituency brings youth voices to shape intergovernmental
climate change policies.
About
YOUNGO
These conferences
build-up to the Global
COY, held annually in the same country as COP, preceding it by a few days.
Global COY
To achieve universal accessibility, inclusion, and diversity, YOUNGO organizes local and regional COYs annually across the world.
Universal Inclusion
Introducing the COY18
Hosts
The Arab Youth Center (AYC) is a non-profit organization that was established to empower young Arabs on a regional scale and address their needs. The Center offers a unique platform to develop youth capabilities and support innovation and creativity among youth. AYC implements purposeful initiatives across diverse sectors while also conducting research on young Arabs to help decision-makers shape policies that enable their progress. 
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) is an internationally recognized institution known for its modern campus and facilities, is part of the COP8 University Climate Network and ranked 5th for for community engagement in sustainability worldwide. AUS integrates eco-friendly practices into its operations and curriculum, empowering students to be environmentally concious and responsible global citizens. "Green House" is a student interest group affiliated with NYU Abu Dhabi. Their focus revolves around addressing the climate crisis through education, action, and organization. Instead of solely concentrating on individual sustainability efforts, Green House directs its attention towards broader matters like climate policy, impactful climate solutions, and environmental equity. They emphasize the human aspects and consequences in their endeavors, aiming to create tangible and meaningful change.KEY COMPONENTS OF COY18
Global Youth Statement
A collective statement representing the perspectives of youth from around the world, building on L/RCOYs, to be presented to decision-makers.
Capacity Building
Workshops, training, courses, and plenary sessions on negotiations, leadership, policy, fundraising, media training, advocacy, etc.
Action Planning
Activations and launches, creating
on-ground campaigns, brainstorming climate solutions and initiatives, etc.
Networking
Roundtable discussions, focus groups, fun activities, bilateral meetings with decision-makers, etc.
What Makes COY18 Special?
Future Focused
Green Skills
Upskilling youth in green skills &
UNFCCC processes to ensure effective participationCOY Roadmap
Establish a roadmap for all L/RCOYs to contribute to the GCOY effectively.
Creative
Youthful
A program that is engaging and practical to the youthNew Perspectives
Incorporating fresh ideas and
adopting a creative, holistic lens.
Inclusive
Representation
Solid demographic representation
across program, participation, and mediaAccessibility
Enable participation for people
of determination and offer translation services to overcome language barriers.
Connective
Collaborative
The line of communication leading up to COY18 is collaborative and global.Streamlined
Communication channels are efficient and smooth for timely and clear delivery
Hospitality
UAE Standards
COY18 will be up to UAE’s refined standards - clean, comfortable, practical.Arab Hospitality
Incorporating the generosity, heritage, and hospitality of Arabs in the guest’s journey