ARE YOU READY TO JOIN THE MOVEMENT?
The Eco Leaders Guide is here for young changemakers in the Mekong Region
This easy-to-use toolkit helps you:
- Learn about the environmental issues affecting your region.
- Find what you care about most and take action.
- Plan your impact with simple tools for research and teamwork.
From building your plan to creating real change for the environment, this guide helps you every step of the way.
The planet needs your help. Start now.
Your Voice Can Change the World
Young people like you are driving the fight for a healthier planet. The UN calls youth the "torchbearers" of the future, and in the Greater Mekong—where 40% of the population is under 24—your role is more important than ever. We’re here to help you become a leader in creating a greener, more sustainable future.
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What’s Inside?
This toolkit gives you the knowledge and tools to make a real difference for the environment. Learn how to talk confidently about key issues like freshwater ecosystems, climate change, and renewable energy. Packed with tips, strategies, and hands-on activities, it’s designed to help you:
Work with experts and peers.
Raise awareness in your community.
Lead impactful initiatives.
Whether you’re working solo or with a team, this guide turns your passion into action. Get ready to create real change!
Start Your Journey
Ready to make a difference? This chapter gives you an overview of how the toolkit works and how it can help you take action on major environmental issues. You’ll discover who this toolkit is for, how to get the most out of it, and what advocacy involves in environmental action. You will also be inspired by stories of young changemakers from around the world—and right here in the Greater Mekong Subregion. This is your first step to becoming a champion for the planet!
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Chapter 1: The Issues of the Greater Mekong
Discover the biggest environmental challenges in the Greater Mekong Region, including freshwater management, climate change, and renewable energy. Through interactive activities and a rich resource library, learn how Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand are addressing these critical issues. Take your first step into real-world environmental action!
Discover issues
Chapter 2: Find Your Focus
What do you care about most? This chapter helps you choose the issue that inspires you to act. Using simple research tools and systems thinking, you’ll dive deep into your cause and uncover insights to make a real difference. Get ready to explore and lay the foundation for meaningful change!
Find your focus
Chapter 3: Building Connections
Making a difference starts with listening to others. This chapter shows you how to connect with the right people, understand different perspectives, and plan meaningful conversations that lead to real teamwork. You’ll also find a resource library packed with tools to help you strengthen your efforts and work together effectively.
Build connections
Chapter 4: Creating Your Action Plan
This chapter helps you turn your ideas into action. Learn how to create a clear, step-by-step plan and bring together a team that’s motivated to make a difference. With practical guidance and a resource library to keep you organized, you’ll have everything you need to stay focused and achieve your goals.
Get planning
Chapter 5: Taking Action and Creating Change
This chapter shows you how to rally your team and create campaigns that inspire and connect with people. Learn how to engage others by aligning with their values and concerns, making your message truly impactful. Discover strategies for raising awareness, influencing policy, and using international agreements to support your efforts. You’ll also get practical tips on working with decision-makers, mastering negotiations, and organizing your communication for the greatest effect.
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Disclaimer
This toolkit was made possible by the generous support of the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The contents are the responsibility of WWF and do not necessarily reflect the views of USAID or the United States Government.
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