Ezdras Ashige
Kampala,Uganda
Summary
Environmental Advocate and Youth Leader with expertise in climate change, sustainable development, and global environmental governance. Represents African youth in global climate policy discussions, advancing grassroots advocacy through workshops and campaigns. Promotes equity and Indigenous knowledge integration, connecting local initiatives to global climate finance mechanisms.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Climate Advocate
Youth4Climate, Global Center on Adaptation (YouthADAPT) & CYMG Networks
01.2022 - Current
- Represent African youth in global climate policy discussions and multilateral forums.
- Organize workshops and campaigns to increase climate literacy, sustainable practices, and locally led solutions.
- Advocate for inclusive, grant-based climate finance and youth participation in decision-making.
Team Lead
TerraReform Initiative
Kira
01.2020 - Current
- Lead circular economy and sustainable construction projects transforming waste into eco-friendly building materials.
- Empower youth and women to drive local climate awareness and advocacy initiatives.
- Partner with local government and community stakeholders to implement adaptation and resilience programs.
Education
Bachelor’s - Political Science & International Relations
Cavendish University
Uganda01.2022
Skills
- Climate advocacy
- Community mobilization
- Project management
- Environmental policy
- Sustainable development
- Grant writing
Languages
English
Luganda
French
Spanish
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/ezdrasashige
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Youth Climate Advocate
Youth4Climate, Global Center on Adaptation (YouthADAPT) & CYMG Networks
01.2022 - Current
Team Lead
TerraReform Initiative
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor’s - Political Science & International Relations
Cavendish University