The IMCS Asia Pacific actively participated in and significantly contributed to the series of Asia Future Forum webinar Webinar No 6 on the Outcome of the UN SOTF Pact for the Future (P4F), Global Digital Compact and Declaration on Future Generations jointly organized by Asia Civil Society Partnership for Sustainable Development (APSD), Global Call to Action against Poverty (GCAP), POP Dialogue, PEOPLES20 and International Youth Training Center (IYTC) in partnership with Coalition for the UN We Need (C4UN), serves as a preparation and follow-up to the UN Summit on the Future (SOTF), which was held in New York on 22-23 September 2024, which was held on October 7, 2024 virtually.

In this webinar, IMCS through Ms Bertha as one of the speakers brought a wealth of organizational and personal reflections on the Summit’s outcomes, particularly as they pertain to youth and future generations. Emphasizing on three core areas: youth empowerment, climate action, and global cooperation. The reflections shared were both insightful and forward-thinking, aligning with IMCS Pax Romana’s mission to foster youth engagement in creating a sustainable and equitable future.

1. Youth Empowerment

She underscored the importance of youth empowerment as a critical outcome of the Summit. This included discussing strategies for increasing youth participation in decision-making processes at all levels, from local communities to international forums. Emphasis was placed on the need to provide youths with the tools, resources, and platforms necessary to voice their opinions and influence policies that affect their lives and futures.

2. Climate Action

In the context of climate action, she highlighted the urgent need for robust and sustained efforts to address climate change, as discussed at the Summit. The reflections included practical approaches to mobilizing youth in climate action initiatives, advocating for stronger environmental policies, and fostering a culture of sustainability within communities. She shared successful case studies and best practices from various IMCS Pax Romana projects that have effectively engaged youths in climate action.

3. Global Cooperation

Lastly, she focused on the significance of global cooperation in achieving the Summit’s goals. This included fostering partnerships between youth organizations, governments, and international bodies to create a unified approach to tackling global challenges. She shared insights on how IMCS Pax Romana has successfully collaborated with other organizations to promote peace, justice, and social inclusion. The discussions also explored ways to enhance these collaborations, ensuring that youths from diverse backgrounds and regions are included in the global dialogue.

Comprehensive Reflections

The webinar provided a platform for IMCS Pax Romana to deliver comprehensive reflections on the outcomes of the Summit of the Future 2024, integrating both organizational perspectives and personal insights. These reflections were aimed at inspiring and guiding other participants, particularly youths, to actively engage in the initiatives stemming from the Summit. This highlights the pivotal role of youth in shaping a better future for all.

Through these contributions, Ms Bertha not only shared valuable insights but also reinforced the commitment of IMCS Pax Romana to youth empowerment, climate action, and global cooperation. The reflections and discussions from these webinars are expected to have a lasting impact, inspiring further actions and collaborations among youth organizations across the Asia Pacific region and beyond.