Youth Advocacy and Pedagogical Instructions as Efforts towards Climate Sustainability

Emmanuel Iniobong Archibong; Hilda Afeku-Amenyo; Patricia Chiamaka Orji; Temitope Oluwafemi Ademola; Ezechimere Ugochukwu Justice; Enobong Monday Joseph; Gifty Boahemaa Appea

doi:10.58709/niujhu.v10i3.2256

Emmanuel Iniobong Archibong University of Uyo, Nigeria
Hilda Afeku-Amenyo Montclair State University, USA
Patricia Chiamaka Orji Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun, Nigeria
Temitope Oluwafemi Ademola Osiri University, Nebraska, USA
Ezechimere Ugochukwu Justice Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, China
Enobong Monday Joseph University of Uyo, Nigeria
Gifty Boahemaa Appea Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER), University of Ghana

DOI: https://doi.org/10.58709/niujhu.v10i3.2256

Abstract

Climate change undoubtedly is a pressing global issue which requires immediate attention and collective action. It is believed that youth can play a vital role in promoting sustainability and advocating for climate action. This is the motivation for the study as it x-rayed the impact of youth advocacy and pedagogical instructions on climate sustainability. The study examined the importance of education in empowering youth to contribute to sustainable development efforts. Adopting the theoretical framework of Albert Bandura's Social Learning Theory and Jack Mezirow's Transformative Learning Theory, the research emphasized the role of education in shaping youth's attitudes, behaviours, and actions towards climate sustainability. A comprehensive review of existing literature was conducted using a systematic review methodology which showed the need for curriculum revisions that centred on Indigenous knowledges, integrated climate justice, and the upholding of relationality to the land. The findings suggested that pedagogical instructions enhanced climate sustainability by equipping youth with appropriate knowledge, skills, and platforms to engage in climate action initiatives. Youth advocacy conclusively, is expected to promote policy changes, community engagement, and sustainable practices while mitigating the impact of climate change. As an imperative therefore, the holistic and inclusive approach to climate education should foster a generation of climate-conscious and empowered youth who can contribute to a more sustainable future for all.

Keywords: Youth Advocacy, Pedagogical Instructions, Climate Sustainability, Climate Education, Sustainable Development, Indigenous Knowledges, Climate Justice.