Joshua Amponsem

Joshua Amponsem is a climate advocate and the founder of Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO). Joshua focuses on Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction. His work aims to enhance the meaningful inclusion of youth and children in local and global sustainable development processes. He is the lead author of ‘Adapt for Our Future’ - the first background paper on Youth and Climate Adaptation and supported the Global Center on Adaptation to establish a global Youth Adaptation Network to provide knowledge and opportunities to accelerate global adaptation to future climate risks. He has over 5 years of experience in supporting public and private institutions in climate action strategies. He is a Board Member of Gamma Energie and Regional Advisor for the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives in Africa. He served as an advisor to the UN Youth Envoy’s Office in the delivery of the first UN Youth Climate Summit and supported the design and delivery of the first-ever IRENA Youth Forum. Social Media: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Instagram