The Royal Iwere Foundation (RIF) today concluded its Climate Action Summer Boot Camp with a showcase attended by His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III and Her Majesty Olori Atuwatse III, who praised teenagers from across the Kingdom for their week-long environmental projects and advocacy.
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Held Aug. 11–16 at Ikengbuwa Primary School, the programme brought together youths aged 13–17 for a tailored curriculum on climate change, its local impacts, and practical solutions. Activities included field visits to mangrove ecosystems, a community climate campaign at the ancient island of Ode-Itsekiri, waste-to-art sessions, a climate art wall unveiling, and competitions testing research and presentation skills.
“For the past five days, the Climate Action Summer Boot Camp has brought together children from across the Kingdom to learn, experience, and lead on climate action,” Olori Atuwase said at the closing event. She noted an initial awareness gap—90% of participants had never heard the term ‘climate action’ before the camp—adding that the result underscores the urgency of continued outreach.
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
During the visit, the royal couple also met 27 beneficiaries of the RIF Scholarship Fund Programme, described as exceptional students from coastal communities selected through a competitive process.
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
“Warri is climate-conscious,” the Olori added. “Its young people are inspired, equipped, and ready to shape a future in which our Kingdom stands as a beacon of environmental stewardship.”
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
Youth Climate Boot Camp in Warri
