From Volunteering to Real Impact: Youth Shaping the Future of Conservation

This session explores how youth volunteering can move beyond short-term participation into long-term, meaningful impact in conservation and sustainability work. Through real stories from the field, young volunteers and practitioners share their experiences working with NGOs, community projects, and environmental initiatives — highlighting what they learned, the challenges they faced, and how these experiences shaped their perspectives.

The conversation reflects on how structured volunteering pathways, such as RASMA, can empower youth to step into real roles within conservation spaces, build skills, and contribute meaningfully to ongoing efforts on the ground. It also opens up dialogue on how organisations and communities can better support youth engagement, turning passion into sustained action for the environment.

Date & Time: 14 June 2026, 1200H - 1300H

Venue: KOTAJAIL Ayer Molek , Main Stage 

Duration: Approx. 60–90 minutes

Tickets: Access to this forum is included with your Earth Fest pass. 
Limited seating available—early arrival is encouraged.

Organised by: Earth Fest 2026 Team

Session Format: Panel sharing + moderated discussion + audience Q&A

What to Expect:
- Real stories from the field
- Share their experiences working with NGOs
- What they learned, the challenges they faced, and how these experiences shaped their perspectives.

Important Notes:
– Session will be conducted in English 
– Please arrive 10 minutes early to secure your seat 
– Photography/videography may be in progress for documentation and promotional use

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