Is the UN Failing Us on Climate and Justice? | Episode 13 - Part 1

Ever wondered what it really takes to be vocal at the UN? In this episode, I sit down with Heeta, a bold climate advocate who works on real climate solutions.

0:00 - Introduction

2:31 - From corporate job to climate advocacy: Why Heeta made the shift

5:02 - What is the Youth Negotiators Academy?

7:33 - Real change vs performative activism in climate talks

10:06 - Understanding what’s really happening at the UN Climate Summit

12:37 - The impact of formal training programs on youth voices

15:09 - Do people really care about climate change?

17:40 - How country positions are decided before COP (Conference of Parties) summits

20:12 - Why consensus, not votes, decides climate outcomes

22:44 - Finding common ground despite opposing climate views (East v/s West debate)

25:17 - Climate change isn’t just one region’s fault

27:48 - What still needs to be done: A youth leader’s take