Empowering Youthwork for the Green Debate: Polish Children’s Day Event

Debating Climate Responsibility

The event brought together 70 students, offering them the opportunity to sharpen their debating and argumentation skills while addressing some of the most complex questions in global climate politics. Students explored motions such as:

• Should eco-terrorism be supported?

• Do developing countries have an obligation to comply with international climate agreements?

• Should governments sign offtake agreements with emerging producers of green energy and sustainable technologies?

These debates challenged participants to think critically about ethical dilemmas, global equity, and the future of sustainable development, encouraging them to consider different perspectives and real-world implications.

Building Skills for a Sustainable Future

Beyond the competitive element, the event embodied the project’s mission: to use debate as a tool for youth empowerment, climate literacy, and critical thinking. By confronting difficult questions, students deepened their understanding of environmental issues while developing the skills to become active, informed, and responsible citizens.

Thanks to the Community

We extend our sincere thanks to all the participants, coaches, and organizers for making this event a success. Their commitment to fostering high-level discourse reflects the spirit of the Empowering Youthwork for the Green Debate project: preparing the next generation to lead the conversations and decisions that will shape a more sustainable future.