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International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem

The importance of our coastal greenbelt ecosystems is never more obvious than when we face strong rains and storms. Mangroves help dispel the energy of waves, protecting coastal communities from storm surges. We have also seen that areas stripped of their mangroves, such as Taliptip in Bulacan and other areas damaged in the name ofContinue reading “International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem”

Official Statement of YACAP on the Philippines hosting the Loss & Damage Fund

July 18 2024 | A week ago, it was announced that the Philippines will host the board of the Loss and Damage Fund. According to Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, “Hosting the LDF Board will unlock more opportunities for the Philippines to accelerate its access to climate finance and investments, which are critical for future-proofing ourContinue reading “Official Statement of YACAP on the Philippines hosting the Loss & Damage Fund”

Runway Resistance: Youth Climate Advocates Hold a Fashion Show in the Streets to Commemorate the 51st Anniversary of the Martial Law

From the runway to the streets of Liwasang, Bonifacio, the calls of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP) are clear; true climate justice holds no tolerance towards a fascist government! This September 21, the recently concluded show titled “Fashion Against Fascism and Fossil Fuels. Empire of the Son: Drought and Deluge,” conducted a reprise as part of the mass mobilization commemorating the 51st anniversary of Ferdinand Marcos Sr.’s declaration of Martial Law. 

Youth climate justice activists strut their advocacies on the runway for Global Climate Strike

Quezon City, Philippines – In a powerful display of climate advocacy and historical remembrance, Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines  Inc. (YACAP), a member of the Fridays for Future movement led by global climate activist Greta Thunberg, delivered a compelling message of hope and resistance through their fashion show protest at Studio 72, Quezon City, on September 15 2023. 

Why must climate activists join the fight against militarization? 

Why must climate activists join the fight against militarization?

In the past decades, U.S. military bases have negatively affected our environment, people, and communities and have increased cases of violence and harassment, especially against women.

examples:
Recent bombings in Cagayan (targeted EDCA sites)
Nicole and Jennifer Laude’s rape case in Olongapo City
In Subic, there was dumping of hazardous waste, leaking underground storage tanks, and toxic spills, among others.

These military exercises led by the US military to train the Philippine army for “counterterrorism” have led to us being one of the most dangerous countries in the world for environmental defenders and activists. Activists are being harassed, killed, and called terrorists.

This independence day, as youth climate activists, we recognize the U.S. as the biggest perpetrator of climate imperialism. We join the fight to end mendicant foreign policies and junk VFA-EDCA.

IN PHOTOS: Ipamana, Huwag Ipamina!

Filipino youth all over the country gather to spell out the call “Junk Philippine Mining Act of 1995! Ipamana Huwag Ipamina!” Today for the Global Climate Strike, YACAP and its member organizations and chapters staged multiple protest actions throughout the day calling to junk the 1995 Mining Act, as well as the shutting down ofContinue reading “IN PHOTOS: Ipamana, Huwag Ipamina!”

“Pay up!” Climate activists, marginalized sectors urge UN Loss and Damage committee

Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP), the Philippine chapter of the Fridays for Future movement led by international climate activist Greta Thunberg, held a creative protest action in front of Dusit Thani hotel in Makati City today, as the country hosted the 18th meeting of the United Nations Executive.Committee on the Warsaw International MechanismContinue reading ““Pay up!” Climate activists, marginalized sectors urge UN Loss and Damage committee”

COP 27 reflections from our international spokesperson

This year’s UN Climate Summit has come to a close — two weeks of negotiations where politicians discuss issues that will dictate the state of our planet and humanity. We have a victory that was only made possible by the people, but we need to ramp up pressure for our fight for 1.5 and toContinue reading “COP 27 reflections from our international spokesperson”