International Youth Exchange for Lakes
An 8-month international initiative uniting young water solutionaries to cultivate lake stewardship through science, storytelling, advocacy and policy ahead of the
2027 World Lake Conference in Tanzania.
Empowering
Lake Stewardship
& Global Action
The World Lake Youth Program (WLYP) is designed to cultivate the next generations of lake stewards. The Program will encompass multiple delegations of young water solutionaries from our blue planet’s critical lake regions.
Regional Delegations
- 20-25 local students (ages 15 – 20)
- Co-hosted by a local lake entity
- Facilitated learning on lake Culture, Advocacy & Policy, Science & Solutions, and Storytelling & Filmmaking
- Driving G•local engagment – “think+connect globally • act locally”
Empowering Youth for Global Lake Stewardship
Discover our eight-month initiative designed to connect international efforts with local actions. Join young water solutionaries aged 15 to 20 to cultivate lake stewardship through science, storytelling, policy, and innovation as we prepare for the 2027 World Lake Conference.
Program Pillars
Explore our comprehensive eight-month initiative designed to cultivate global lake stewardship through science, advocacy, and innovation.
Advocacy and Policy
Engage young leaders to shape the 2027 World Lake Declaration.
Science and Solutions
Empower solutionaries aged 15 to 20 with vital research tools.
World Lake Youth Program Launch
Timeline:
Destination:
Join our global cohort of young water solutionaries aged 15 to 20 in an eight-month initiative designed as the youth engagement pathway to the 2027 World Lake Conference. Cultivate lake stewardship through science, storytelling, policy, innovation, and cultural knowledge while connecting international efforts with local actions leading to Tanzania.
