Who We Are

Youth for Environmental Justice and Climate Action (YECA) is a youth-led non-profit organisation in Uganda. The organisation aims at mobilising youth in Uganda to take part in climate action through community organising and movement building to challenge climate injustices. Through research, advocacy and community education, YECA works with grassroots communities and youth movements to end environmental and energy injustices not only in Uganda but across Africa.

Mission

To mobilise and empower young people to take positive action for global climate action and environmental justice.

Vision

A sustainable world free from fossil fuels.

Core Values

Transparency and Accountability
Work
Respect
Integrity

Objectives

  • To raise youths voices on the climate crisis for climate action.
  • To boost youth-led and youth-inclusive climate action for sustainable future.
  • To be a leading innovation hub for climate solutions in Uganda.
  • To influence energy policies that favours the local person.