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Where Youth and Government Meet: Aligning Climate Priorities in Los Angeles

April 10, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

UCLA

Organizer

Los Angeles County Youth Climate Commission

About Event

Are you curious about what the future of climate policy is going to look like in Los Angeles?

Join us for an evening that will bring together youth climate leaders and government representatives from LA County to explore how their perspectives on climate action compare and connect.

The panel will feature youth advocates under 18 alongside government representatives from Los Angeles County. Together, they will discuss their climate priorities, areas where youth and government perspectives align, where they differ, and where there is opportunity for stronger collaboration. The event is designed to give attendees a rare opportunity to hear directly from young people about the climate concerns shaping their generation, while fostering meaningful dialogue with the public officials responsible for implementing climate policy. Audience members will leave energized, with a renewed understanding of how youth perspectives can inform their climate work.

This event is free and open to the public, including residents, neighborhood council members, professionals, families, students, and anyone interested in strengthening youth perspectives into climate policy. No prior expertise required, but registration is required. A virtual option will be provided for those who can not make it in person. A free, fully plant-based dinner will be served to the first 50 registered guests in alignment with LA Climate Week sustainability recommendations.

Agenda:

6-6:30: Welcome reception
6:30-7:30 pm: Panel

Panelists:

Chelsea Byers – City of West Hollywood Councilmember
Victoria Simon – Sustainability Policy Advisor at LA County Chief Sustainability Office
Nurit Katz – Vice President, Board of Water and Power Commissioners & Chief Sustainability Officer of UCLA
Juliet Zakaryan – 16, Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies
Vivienne Shapiro – 14, North Hollywood High School
Angel Yumol – 16

Transit:

We encourage public transit or carpooling to reach the venue.

All-day or by-the-hour parking is available at Parking Structures 4 or 2 on campus.
Public Buses to UCLA: Santa Monica Big Blue Bus (Routes 1, 2, 3, 8, 17, 18), Culver CityBus (Line 6/Rapid 6), LA Metro (Lines 20, 602, 720, 761)

The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Photography/videography will be captured during the event. By attending, you consent to have your likeness recorded.

Registration Link: http://tinyurl.com/yccd3lacw

Location

UCLA
315 Portola Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095 United States

Organizer

Los Angeles County Youth Climate Commission

Organizer

Los Angeles County Youth Climate Commission

Youth and young adults have spoken out about the impacts of the climate crisis and the urgent need for action both around the world and right here at home. Born from youth advocacy, Los Angeles County is proud to establish the first-ever Los Angeles County Youth Climate Commission (YCC). The YCC is comprised of 25 young people representing the youth of LA County on the issues of climate change. Established by the Board of Supervisors, they work to strengthen LA County leadership on climate mitigation and adaptation by amplifying the perspectives and priorities of County youth. The YCC is coordinated by the Chief Sustainability Office, and Commissioners advise the Board of Supervisors and County departments on the County’s climate-related goals, plans, actions, policies, and initiatives. The Commission also works closely with young people across the County to hear their perspectives and help build the power of youth from the ground up.

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