The opening ceremony of the COP29 Academy was held in Baku on July 19 to ensure the active participation of youth in environmental education, fight against climate change, gain active experience in this field, and receive professional training for young people in the field of organizing large-scale and globally significant events, th press service of the COP29 Azerbaijan Operations Company said.
The ceremony announced the names of 29 young people out of 360 candidates who were admitted to the COP29 Academy as a result of tests and competitions, Trend reported.
"The participation of youth in global events is of great importance, given the potential of introducing modern technologies and innovations in the struggle against climate change," Mukhtar Babayev said.
The training process at the academy will last until the beginning of September, and as part of the academy curriculum consisting of various modules, the participants will be provided with mentoring opportunities and continuous professional development, Narmin Jarchalova said.
Especially distinguished participants of the COP29 Academy will be involved in the organization of the COP29 event as full-time employees by securing employment in various positions in the operating company.
