Engaging youth in climate discussions and decision-making for planetary and public health

Youth have a key role and right to participate in climate discussions and decision-making yet have limited structural power and agency to influence actions by governments and fossil fuel and high-polluting industries. ...research advocates for renewed commitment from the public health community to meaningfully platform youth in climate discussions, and advocate for their role as genuine actors in climate decision-making. It also highlights the importance of engaging structurally disadvantaged and marginalised groups including young women, youth in lower-middle income countries and in First Nations communities.