In June, as SA celebrated youth month, WaterCAN hosted an inspiring and transformative webinar with the theme "Youth in Water: Shaping the future". With this, we wanted to highlight the crucial role of youth in water conservation and management. Active involvement in water conservation today is imperative for ensuring a sustainable and healthy environment for future generations. As activists, we believe that engaging young people from an early age is essential for fostering a sustainable future. They should take charge, innovate, and lead the way in water stewardship, something our participants are doing in their communities.

About our speakers: 

Tahirah Naicker is a passionate changemaker, scout, and ocean enthusiast who thrives on inspiring change and sharing stories of H.O.P.E. through storytelling, videography, and social media. As a WaterCAN and Breathe Ambassador, she collaborates on citizen science and ocean conservation projects to create waves of change.

Lerato Jiyane is a 25-year-old multilingual activist from Lenasia, balancing her professional pursuits with a deep commitment to community service and environmental advocacy. She is involved with various organisations, including the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation and the African Climate Alliance.

Watch the webinar here.