The United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH), together with Waterfront Media Group and the International Peace Festival, will recognize four young Ontario leaders as the 2026 recipients of the Youth Champion in Environmental Action & Awareness Award at the 8th Annual International Peace Festival Gala, held under the theme Together for a Sustainable and Peaceful World.
Now in its second year, the Award recognizes young people aged 15 to 24 living in Ontario who are taking practical, measurable action on climate, water and environmental challenges. Recipients are selected on merit by a UNU-INWEH Selection Committee against four criteria: leadership, innovation, measurable impact and commitment.
Dr. Rohit Ramchandani, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships Officer at UNU-INWEH, will present the awards on behalf of the Institute. The evening will feature music, art and entertainment, spotlighting creative and innovative perspectives on peacebuilding through international cinema, fashion, visual arts and live musical performances.
