The regional youth creative competition "Green'Ta Créa" is set to take place in Kairouan today, bringing together young people aged 18-35 at the local youth center. The event, part of the "Green'Ta" awareness campaign, aims to encourage young people to express their concerns about climate change in a creative way. The competition is organized by the International Center for Local Development and Good Governance (CILG-VNG International) in partnership with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and with support from Global Affairs Canada.

The "Green'Ta Créa" competition is designed to raise awareness about climate change and encourage young people to think creatively about the issues that affect their community. The proposed themes include water scarcity, drought, heat, agriculture, and soil degradation. Participants can express their ideas through various forms of artistic expression, such as theater, dance, slam poetry, or short video clips. The goal is to promote climate action, resilience, and adaptability in the face of climate change.

The "Green'Ta" awareness campaign is part of a larger project aimed at promoting inclusive and participatory climate action in Tunisian municipalities. The project is implemented by CILG-VNG International in partnership with FCM and with support from Global Affairs Canada. The campaign seeks to engage young people in climate change issues and encourage them to take action to mitigate its impacts.

The competition in Kairouan is one of several events planned as part of the "Green'Ta Créa" initiative. Young people from different regions of Tunisia will have the opportunity to participate in similar events, sharing their ideas and experiences on climate change. The initiative aims to promote a culture of sustainability and environmental awareness among young people in Tunisia.

The event in Kairouan will take place from 3 pm to 6 pm at the local youth center. Participants will have the opportunity to express their views on climate change and share their creative works with a wider audience. The competition is expected to attract a large number of young people from Kairouan and surrounding areas.

The "Green'Ta Créa" initiative is part of a broader effort to promote climate action and sustainability in Tunisia. The country has been working to address the impacts of climate change, including drought, water scarcity, and soil degradation. The initiative seeks to engage young people in these efforts and encourage them to take a more active role in promoting sustainable development.

The competition will provide a platform for young people to showcase their talents and creativity while promoting a important cause. The event is expected to contribute to a greater awareness of climate change issues and encourage young people to take action to mitigate its impacts.

Key points

  • The competition aims to promote climate action and sustainability in Tunisia.

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