World’s Youth for Climate Justice

World’s Youth for Climate Justice is the global sister organization of the Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC), founded in 2019 by 27 law students, to raise awareness for the rising sea level and the threat to Pacific Islands like Vanuatu. The youth movement is known worldwide for promoting the request for an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding states’ obligations in respect of climate change. On 29 March 2023, the United Nations General Assembly adopted this historic resolution requesting an ICJ advisory opinion on climate justice

WYCJ’s core mission is to advance climate justice and the rights of current and future generations — with a strong focus on human rights and intergenerational equity. They aim to bridge climate change and human rights law, arguing that climate change is not only an environmental or economic issue, but also a human rights issue.

WYCJ’s try to achieve their mission by:

Supporting climate litigation efforts, such as in the case of the ICJ AO;
Producing legal resources and analysis on related climate justice cases around the world;
Amplify voices of those affected – especially youth and frontline community
Activate youth-led networks around the world
Engage in publica events, fostering dialogue and raising awareness

Connect with WYCJ for:

Resources and legal briefs
ICJ Advisory Opinion
Support their work by partnering or donating