🌱 Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria – Youth4Forests: South West Regional EARTH Summit 2026

📍 International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan
📅 September 25, 2026 (in-person)

📅 September 26, 2026 (virtual)

The Youth4Forests: South West Regional EARTH Summit 2026 will bring together young environmental leaders, forestry and environmental science students, conservation advocates, researchers, and youth changemakers from across South West Nigeria.

Across two days of virtual and in-person experiences, participants will deepen their understanding of forest ecosystems while exploring practical ways to protect and restore them. They will explore careers in conservation, celebrate youth-led environmental initiatives, and develop practical ideas for protecting Nigeria’s forests.

Through conversations with conservation leaders, experiential learning, and collaborative problem-solving, participants will gain the knowledge, networks, and inspiration to become champions for forest conservation. They will leave with new knowledge, meaningful connections, and renewed confidence to lead environmental action within their schools, communities, and organizations.

✅ Subjects:

• Forest ecosystems and forest conservation.
• Biodiversity, climate resilience, and water security.
• Careers in conservation and youth-led environmental initiatives.

✅ Activities:

• Inspiring keynote conversations and interactive panel discussions.
• Career mentorship sessions and collaborative design challenges.
• Guided forest exploration at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan

Connect with young environmental leaders, learn from conservation experts, explore one of Nigeria’s leading research forests, and take meaningful action for forest conservation!

EARTH Summit 2026