KLIMAlikasan Kabataang Resilient Awards: Passionate Youth for Islands

In the island barangay of Pamarawan, where rising sea levels and environmental degradation threaten livelihoods and cultural identity, project PARAW chose an approach grounded in creativity and care: storytelling. Through the illustrated storybook “The SEA We Hope to SEE,” youth volunteers engaged children in conversations about mangroves, seagrass, coral reefs, and climate change. The project transformed scientific concepts into stories rooted in local culture, imagination, and lived experience — making environmental education accessible and meaningful for young learners. When weather disruptions forced last-minute changes during implementation, the team adapted quickly — reinforcing the importance of flexibility and community connection in climate work. The project demonstrated that awareness begins with curiosity, and resilience grows when children feel heard and valued. Read more: https://www.unicef.org/philippines/st...