Italy’s Ambassador Marilina Armellin lauds efforts to foster environmental awareness among youth

Young “Eco-Guards” conclude national mountain conservation meet in Siran Valley

Celina Ali

Siran Valley: The 21st National Children’s Mountain Conservation Meet, organized by Adventure Foundation Pakistan, successfully concluded its 10-day camp in the scenic Siran Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The event brought together approximately 100 children from across Pakistan to focus on the critical theme of “Climate Change and its Impact on the Mountain Environment.”

During the meet, young participants presented their insightful observations and recommendations on the pressing issue of climate change. The event’s Chief Guest, Italian Ambassador Marilina Armellin, lauded the commendable efforts to foster environmental awareness among the youth. She underscored the century-long cooperation between Italy and Pakistan in the vital areas of mountain and glacier conservation.

Ambassador Armellin recalled Italy’s historic expeditions to K2, dating back to 1909, and expressed her hope that the government would act upon the petition presented by the children at the forum.

Adventure Foundation Pakistan has a long-standing commitment to environmental education, having organized 21 such meets since 2002. Through these initiatives, the foundation has engaged over 2,500 young “Eco-Guards” in crucial conservation efforts, fostering a new generation of environmental stewards.