Call for Proposals: Youth-Led Flood and Drought Management Projects

10 March 2025

For the third year, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and Global Water Partnership (GWP) are launching the Global Integrated Flood and Drought Management Competition for Youth-Led Projects. This initiative funds innovative projects that strengthen resilience to water-related hazards and support the Early Warnings for All initiative.

Girls fetching water

Young people are crucial in tackling climate challenges, yet they remain underrepresented in decision-making. This competition empowers youth to lead climate action by developing community-focused solutions for floods and droughts. Winning projects receive funding, visibility, and opportunities for long-term impact.

Previous winning projects include:

Water from a Rock – Created a real-time disaster risk mapping platform in South Africa.
Collaborative Mapping for Flooding Resilience – Trained communities in Medellín, Colombia, to map vulnerable areas.
AWAKE – Provided disaster preparedness education for children and people with disabilities in Indonesia.
YouthMappers Project – Used Geographic Information System tools in Tanzania to map flood-prone areas and evacuation routes.

 

How to apply

Youth-led teams can submit proposals until 16 March 2025. Full details and submission guidelines are available on the official competition page. 

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