to disposal, is urgently required, to ensure that we are doing all we can to protect ecosystems and biodiversity.
Call to action We urge you to think about the legacy you want to leave for future generations: this is a decade of consequence, and what happens in Glasgow will resonate around the world, but whilst COP26 is a milestone, what matters the most is what we all do next. As young people, we urge you to think about the legacy you want to leave for future generations. We are looking ahead to the future with both worry and curiosity. We seek the resilience – in ourselves and our communities – to adapt to a changing world. We are excited about the opportunity to work with older generations to craft a better future; to bring long-term thinking and creativity to the challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss and social equity. We never asked to be youth climate activists, and we should not need to be, but we will be paying attention to everything you agree to and will collectively hold you accountable for your climate commitments. How do you want to be remembered? At some point you will pass the torch to us, and we will continue this work and tell your story to future generations. But we need your help now. Act with courage in 2021 and your children and grandchildren will thank you.
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