This week we speak with Diane Bahati a member of the Rwanda Youth Alliance for Climate Action (RYACA). Her organisation raises awareness of environmental and social issues within Rwanda by organising community events and campaigns around issues like renewable energy, reforestation and infrastructure development. Diane and RYACA specifically target young people of all background to collaborate in activities aligned with the SDGs. We really enjoy Diane's insight into the state of environmental activism in Rwanda, and take some lessons from the conversation that reminds us to give our own time to volunteer organisations.
 
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Find out more about Diane and her work:
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/Rwanda-YACA-Youth-Alliance-for-Climate-Actions-360658207283160/">Rwanda Youth Alliance for Climate Action</a>
 
Sources:
<a href="https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/05/5-ways-rwanda-is-leading-on-green-growth/">World Economic Forum</a>
<a href="https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/memberstates/rwanda">United Nations</a>
<a href="https://sidaenvironmenthelpdesk.se/digitalAssets/1748/1748556_environment-and-climate-change-analysis-rwanda-2019-06-05.pdf2">Environmental Help Desk</a>

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People Taking Action broadcasts the stories of inspiring people around the world who are working for the sustainability of our planet. By interviewing leaders who are pioneering their own environmentally sustainable projects, whether it be in advocacy, climate science or community projects, we bring their voices to the forefront.