
Findings of consultations with children and young people informing General Comment No. 26.
Children and Young People’s Consultations
Consultations on General Comment No.26:
31 March 2022 – 30 June 2022
Consultations on the Draft of General Comment No.26:
15 November 2022 – 15 February 2023
16,331 contributions from children
were received from more than 100 countries across the world in the consultations for General Comment No.26.
Children’s key demands to adults
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A clean and healthy environment
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To be listened to, taken seriously and play a role in environmental action
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Clear and transparent actions from governments, corporations and all adults
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Cooperation across countries and regions of the world
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Awareness raising and environmental education
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Spaces to share their ideas for potential solutions


“Add information about climate change to the current school curriculum so that all children and youth can attain first hand information on climate change.”
