The Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP) expresses its concern and frustration over the tragedy that happened on Thursday, where the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported a Philippine-flag vessel ‘MT Terranova’ with 1.4 million liters of industrial fuel oil capsized and sank off the coastal waters of Limay, Bataan. The casualties are currently beingContinue reading “STATEMENT OF YACAP REGARDING THE RECENT OIL SPILL FROM ‘MT TERRA NOVA’ “
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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”
YACAP NCR’s Weaving the Waves Art Exhibit
Two days after the World Environment Day this 2024, Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines National Capital Regional Chapter held an art exhibit in Silingan Coffee in Quezon City with various local artists to expose the issue of reclamation.
YACAP in COP 28
YACAP is in #COP28 — this year’s UN Climate Summit! Our national coordinator, Alab Mirasol Ayroso, and our international spokesperson, Mitzi Jonelle Tan, are representing YACAP as they demand for climate justice alongside other youth leaders across the globe. This year they are telling world leaders to choose #PeopleNotProfit. Some of the themes they’re focusingContinue reading “YACAP in COP 28”
Young Filipino Climate Activists urges UN special rapporteur to listen to voices of communities
MANDALUYONG CITY, November 7 – Earlier today, the first round of dialogues between Philippine civil society and Ian Fry, the first special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate, took place in the UN House. Groups including Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines, the Fridays for Future ofContinue reading “Young Filipino Climate Activists urges UN special rapporteur to listen to voices of communities”
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.
YACAP’s Assessment of Marcos Jr. in his One Year
Worst Climate Disaster of 2022-2023 June 30th, 2023, marks the anniversary of the start of Marcos Jr.’s administration. Today let us take a moment to look back and go over what happened in the first year of his presidency; was he able to bring resolutions or did he contribute to the disasters? On Disaster ResponseContinue reading “YACAP’s Assessment of Marcos Jr. in his One Year”
International Artists, Billie Eilish and H.E.R., and Award-winning Actors, Michelle Yeoh and Leonardo DiCaprio, call attention to destructive reclamation projects and disappeared environmental defenders, with Filipina Youth Climate Activist
Yesterday (June 22nd, CET), the international spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP), the Philippine chapter of the Fridays for Future movement, Mitzi Jonelle Tan gave a speech alongside Billie Eilish and H.E.R. at the Global Citizen’s Power Our Planet concert in Paris. “Silence. That is what the colonizers, imperialists, and ruling classContinue reading “International Artists, Billie Eilish and H.E.R., and Award-winning Actors, Michelle Yeoh and Leonardo DiCaprio, call attention to destructive reclamation projects and disappeared environmental defenders, with Filipina Youth Climate Activist”
Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines 