Delivering the keynote address on behalf of Hon. Issifu Seidu, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, was Mrs. Eunice Laweh, Public Relations Officer. In her speech, she emphasized the significance of this year's theme.

“The theme for this year’s conference reflects both the urgency of our climate reality and the hope that drives us forward. It challenges us to acknowledge the progress made, confront the gaps that remain, and chart a new path. Ghana has shown leadership on climate action through our Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement, and we must continue to build on this momentum,” she highlighted.

The Convenor of LCOY 2025, Mr. Noah Bugre, underscored the importance of translating words into action and acknowledged the support of key partners, indicating that,

“This year’s theme is not just a call to action; it is a mandate. We have seen where voices are silenced, and systems fail. Now, let's empower the next generation with more than words and build structures that deliver. To our partners: IOM Ghana, UNDP Ghana, Ministry of Environment, Science, and Technology, Environmental Protection Authority, YOTA, International Labor Organization, National Youth Authority Ghana, and Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment, we thank you, not just for showing up, but for standing with us.”

As part of the proceedings, Dr. Abdul-Razak Saeed, Head of the Environment and Climate Cluster, United Nations Development Programme Ghana, reflected on the global milestone of the Paris Agreement and the critical role of the youth.

“This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, a global milestone in our shared commitment to limit global warming to well below 2°C and ideally to 1.5°C. Staying within this limit is not just a technical goal; it is a moral imperative to protect vulnerable communities, safeguard biodiversity, and secure a liveable future for all. UNDP Ghana remains committed to strengthening the capacities of youth organizations to influence policies and implement community-based solutions.”

He also affirmed UNDP Ghana’s unwavering commitment to partnering with the youth to advance climate goals, noting that UNDP Ghana's support for the conference was made possible with funding from the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), made available through the Ministry of Environment, Science, and Technology.

One of the highlights of LCOY Ghana 2025 was a high-level panel discussion captioned “Ghana’s NDC Review & Reset: Youth as Implementation Catalysts,” moderated by Dr. Catherine Adodoadji-Dogbe, Programme Analyst at UNDP Ghana. The panel featured climate experts, including Mr. Mohammed Gyimah, Deputy Director of the Climate Change Unit at MEST; Dr. Abdul-Razak Saeed, Head of Environment and Climate at UNDP Ghana; Dr. William Bannerman, Founder and CEO of Intelligence Nature International, and Nana Dr. Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, Acting Director of Climate Vulnerability and Adaptation at EPA. The discussion set the stage for the launch of the Ghana Youth Climate Action Roadmap, a five-year framework designed to highlight youth-driven climate priorities and actions for advancing Ghana’s climate agenda.

The conference also provided a platform to celebrate youth leadership, encourage intergenerational dialogue, and reaffirm collective commitment to bold, youth-led climate action as Ghanaian youth prepare to make their mark at COP30 in Brazil.