ECOVISION SUMMIT 2024
Thinking Sustainability and Our Roots
In Latin America, a region rich in natural resources and cultural diversity, the voices and actions of youth are more crucial than ever. The EcoVision Summit brings together passionate young leaders from across the region to foster collaboration, innovation, and actionable solutions for a sustainable future.
On October 30, 2024, join LALA and Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation for the Americas in this journey of connection, passion, and transformation—let’s plant the seeds for a better tomorrow, rooted in love for our land and our people!
The Ecovision Summit will provide a rich discussion of experiences with three keynote speakers dialoguing with Latin American youth, in an event promoted by LALA, in partnership with the Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation.
Get to know our keynote speakers
Brodie Boland, leader of McKinsey’s work on climate risk in the real estate and infrastructure sectors. He has advised several cities on climate adaptation strategies (including improving infrastructure resilience to flood, fire, heat, and other hazards) and integrating physical adaptation and mitigation measures into economic growth, mobility, and other socioeconomic objectives.
Amanda Costa, Brazilian climate activist, young advisor to the UN Global Compact, and founder of the Sustainable Perifa Institute. Recognized as #Under30 in Forbes magazine, she is a TEDx Speaker, LinkedIn Top Voices, and LinkedIn Creator and has participated in 5 official United Nations conferences on climate change.
Andrea Rivera, she is co-founder of SINBA, short for Sin Basura (“Without Trash”), a Peruvian social enterprise whose mission is to transform waste into valuable resources through the principles of a circular economy. Their goal is to foster a world where nothing is wasted, emphasizing that both materials and people have inherent value.
The youth of Latin America understand that achieving harmony with our environment requires placing the community at the heart of local change. By honoring our cultural, communal, and environmental roots, we can cultivate a collective movement toward sustainability.
Together, we can nurture these foundational roots, empowering the next generation of leaders to take bold action against climate change. As changemakers, we have the potential to grow and branch out, creating a future where our communities and our planet thrive in balance.
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In Latin America, our roots run deep: Our rich cultural traditions have thrived for thousands of years, just like the vibrant flora and fauna of our diverse landscapes. These roots connect us to our history, shaping our identity and our relationship with nature.
In Latin America, our roots are beautifully diverse: Our unmatched biodiversity stands as a testament to the intricate web of life that exists here. Each unique species, like our rich cultural tapestry, contributes to the beauty and resilience of our environment.
In Latin America, our roots have the power to endure: They remind us of our past while urging us to forge ahead toward a sustainable future. Our heritage empowers us to cherish the lessons learned and passionately advocate for the planet we share.
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