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COP events
Amplifying Youth Voices: Strengthening Climate Negotiators with Artificial Intelligence-Driven Capacity Building
04 Dec. 2023
10:45h - 11:45h
GST/UTC+4
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Capacity-building Hub, Expo City
Expo City
Capacity-building
UNFCCC
English
0
COP events
Amplifying Youth Voices: Strengthening Climate Negotiators with Artificial Intelligence-Driven Capacity Building
04 Dec. 2023
10:45h - 11:45h
GST/UTC+4
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Capacity-building Hub, Expo City
Expo City
Capacity-building
UNFCCC
English

Recording

 

Organizers

This event was hosted by Youth Negotiators Academy and GainForest

 

Background

Youth Negotiators Academy & GainForest are committed to empowering the next generation of climate advocates by integrating advanced technologies into environmental activism and diplomacy. Their focus lies in leveraging generative artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the capacity-building of youth negotiators, equipping them with data-driven insights and persuasive communication strategies. 

 

Objectives

  • To demonstrate the potential of AI, specifically Large Language Models (LLMs), in improving the effectiveness of climate negotiations. 
  • To showcase a pilot initiative where AI researchers and youth negotiators collaborate to enhance advocacy efforts. 
  • To facilitate the development of a curriculum and guidebook for AI-driven climate advocacy. 
  • To inspire cross-disciplinary collaboration for inclusive and impactful climate action. 

 

Structure

Time Segment
5 mins Introduction
30 mins

Workshop: AI Capacity Building Simulation: 

Presentation of the pilot program that brings together AI researchers and Climate Youth Negotiators. 

Overview of how AI tools, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), were integrated to enhance negotiation skills and capacity. 

Case studies and success stories highlighting the practical benefits and impacts of AI-assisted capacity building. 

Breakout groups led by AI researchers and youth negotiators. 

Participants engage in a simulation where they use AI tools to analyse climate data, generate persuasive arguments, and collaborate on policy proposals. 

Debriefing session where each group shares their insights and outcomes. 

20 mins

Collaborative Brainstorming:

Attendees participate in a brainstorming session to ideate potential future initiatives that leverage AI for capacity building in climate diplomacy. 

Ideas for cross-sector partnerships, training programs, and technology-driven solutions are shared. 

5 mins

Closing and Call to Action

Summarising the key takeaways from the session

 

Speakers

Speaker Affiliation

Marie-Claire Graf

Youth Negotiators Academy

Silvana Peralta

Paraguay 

David Dao

GainForest 

Julius Sila

GainForest/Saving Planet
Kamila Camilo Creators Academy Brasil

 

Moderators

David Dao, GainForest

Yumna Yusuf, GainForest

 

Key Outcomes

  • GainForest AI tool aids youth negotiators by overcoming the language barrier, making UNFCCC documents more accessible for both non-native and native English speakers.
  • The tool saves time for youth negotiators by summarizing lengthy documents and drafting emails, allowing them to focus more on learning about and engaging in negotiations.
  • Serving as a "coach," the tool facilitates debate, presents different perspectives on issues, and enhances the confidence and abilities of youth negotiators to actively participate in negotiations.

 

Resources

Youth Negotiators Assistant

Generative AI+ Climate Guide