Activities & Events
Empowering the Next Generation of Sustainability Leaders
Our Impact in Action
Through interactive sessions, hands-on learning, and mentorship, the NYS-ESG Project provides students with opportunities to engage in real-world sustainability initiatives. Explore our recent events and see how we are shaping the future of environmental and social governance.
NYS-ESG Project Launch
The official launch of the NYS-ESG Project marked the beginning of an exciting journey in youth-led sustainability. This event brought together educators, industry experts, and students to discuss the project's vision and impact.
NYS-ESG Session 1 - Mahalia Joseph
The training and awareness phase of the National Youth Sustainability and ESG (NYSESG) Pilot Project commenced with a positive and extremely encouraging outcome at the Environmental Management Authority (EMA) facilities. The EMA, as a major in-kind
NYS-ESG Session 2 - Vidjaya Ramkhalawan | Dareem Jeffrey
The second training session of the NYSESG took place on Saturday, November 9th. Participants were introduced to the SDGs to deepen their understanding of each of these Agenda 2030 development pillars.
NYS-ESG Session 3 - Étienne Bellemare
Last Thursday, we had the pleasure of hosting Mr. Étienne Bellemare, a son of the soil based in Brussels, who delivered a session on sustainability and renewable energy, with a special focus on solar technology.
NYS-ESG Session 4 - Rachel Welch-Phillips
Ms. Rachel Welch-Phillips was able to successfully deliver the importance of why it matters and the importance of reporting and disclosures to the participants of the NYSESG Project. Her delivery was simple, yet resonated with the young minds who
NYS-ESG Session 5 - Derek E Luk Pat
Understanding circular economies is fundamental to driving changing attitudes toward a sustainable future. Through the circular economy, we can optimize resource use, reduce raw material consumption, and recover waste by recycling or repurposing it
NYS-ESG Session 6 - Adeose Celestin
Mr. Adeose Celestin, one of our youth mentors, delivered an impactful session on Sustainable Development. By presenting concrete examples, real statistics, and live case studies, he not only broke down complex concepts but also inspired young minds.
NYS-ESG Session 7 - Shawn C. Roberts
If you listen to Shawn C. Roberts, Managing Director of Recycling Waste and Logistics Limited, you will never look at waste the same way again. As an in-kind sponsor of the NYSESG, Shawn’s session with the schools on the topic Waste Management as
NYS-ESG Session 8 - Cavelle Joseph - St. Omer
As we transition into a sustainable future, the workforce of tomorrow must be prepared to embrace the tenets of this evolving world, equipping themselves for stewardship of sustainability and active engagement with Environmental, Social, and
NYS-ESG Session 9 - Claire Gomez-Miller
The NYSESG pilot project was honored to have Ms. Claire Gomez-Miller CIA FCCA CRMA CA deliver a session to the participants of the program on “Governance and Risk Management in Sustainability.” In her session, the young minds were introduced to
NYS-ESG Session 10 - Danielle Chow | Keren Timara Permel
The United World College (UWC) is a global education movement with the mission to make education a force to unite people, nations, and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. The NYSESG had the pleasure of welcoming Danielle Chow and Keren
NYS-ESG Session 11 - David Roberts
Given that the two pilot schools of the NYSESG are male schools, the opportunity to focus on male empowerment naturally presented itself as a must-have module in the training program. The NYSESG Pilot Project was therefore grateful for a
NYS-ESG Session 12 - Kishan Kumarsingh
The NYSESG Project had the honour of hosting Kishan Kumarsingh, Head of Multilateral Environmental Agreements at the Ministry of Planning and the Environment, for a presentation on sustainability and climate change. To say that Kishan’s
NYS-ESG Session 13 - Dr. Ava Maxam
The NYSESG participants were enlightened on marine sustainability through a thought-provoking presentation by Dr. Ava Maxam Director of the Institute of Marine Affairs. Participants were introduced to the Blue Economy Revolution, mangroves and
NYS-ESG Session 14 - Jason Jack
Organizing and implementing projects can seem daunting, especially in the realm of sustainability, where potential projects can be vast in scope with widespread impacts. The NYSESG had the benefit of Jason Jack facilitating a session on Project
NYS-ESG Session 15 - Marcia Tinto
The NYSESG Pilot Project has been extremely fortunate to have the Environmental Management Authority (EMA) as an in-kind sponsor. Not only has the EMA gone above and beyond in the provision of facilities and support resources for the delivery of the
NYS-ESG Session 16 - Nicholas Khan
One of the pillars of sustainability is resilience. Resilience in the face of adversity and circumstances that come at you, and your ability to weather the storms that life throws your way. We live in a world where both the natural and human realms
