In a concerted effort to build a climate-conscious and resilient generation, the Mtuli Foundation, in partnership with the Scottish organization Sustainability Partnerships, has broadened the reach of the 1.5 Max Global Summit project to include new schools and youth groups in Malawi. This expansion brings a unique opportunity for more young people across Malawi to engage in climate education and action, fostering a community ready to tackle climate challenges through informed, student-led initiatives.
The recently added schools Karonga CCAP Girls Secondary, Lufilya Community Day Secondary School (CDSS), Nyanje CDSS, Mchengauguwa CDSS, and Cornerstone Private now join other institutions participating in the project, bringing the total to eight secondary schools. Additionally, youth groups such as Lalika Youth Club, Together for Change, and Relief for Environmental Advocacy have also joined the initiative, making a total of 14 groups dedicated to climate action in Malawi.
KARONGA CCAP Girls Secondary
The 1.5 Max Global Summit serves as an educational platform where students from Malawi connect virtually with their peers from Scotland, Nepal, and Bangladesh. In these virtual sessions, students learn about the science of climate change, its causes, and how they can initiate and lead practical, curriculum-based actions in their communities. These international exchanges enable students to discuss pressing climate issues and share insights, drawing inspiration from diverse global perspectives. Discussions are underway to expand the summit further by including other African nations, such as Ghana, thereby strengthening a growing network of young climate advocates across continents.
Aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Malawi Vision 2063, the 1.5 Max project equips students to become agents of change. The annual support from Turing Trust, through Computers for Enhanced Education Ltd, provides schools with essential technology resources, ensuring they can effectively engage in these international virtual sessions. The provision of computers helps bridge digital divides, allowing students to participate meaningfully in the global discussions and learnings shared through the summit.
Nyanje CDSS
By expanding the 1.5 Max Global Summit to reach new schools and youth organizations, the Mtuli Foundation and its partners are making strides toward a resilient Malawi. They are nurturing a generation equipped not only with knowledge but with the tools and support needed to lead climate-responsive actions.
Together, these young leaders and their mentors are shaping a sustainable future for Malawi, one summit, one school, and one youth group at a time. Thank you to all our partners for their unwavering support.
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