Indigenous Environmental Activist, Ferdison Valmond, to Attend Summit In Germany
ROSEAU, Dominica – The well-known indigenous environmental activist, Ferdison Valmond, has been invited to attend the second Annual Hamburg Sustainability Summit (HSC) in Germany.
Ferdison ValmondThe advocate from the Kalinago Territory, has been appointed Youth Ambassador for the three-day summit that begins on June 2 , and will bring together thought leaders, policymakers, innovators, and youth changemakers from around the globe to address the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.
Valmond, known for his grassroots activism and advocacy for Indigenous-led climate resilience and Inclusion, will represent Indigenous and Caribbean youth voices at the international forum.
“I am honored to join this global dialogue. Indigenous communities are on the frontlines of climate change, and our experiences and knowledge systems must be included in shaping the sustainable future we all seek,” said Valmond.
The United nations Development Programme (UNDP) said that the HSC goes beyond reflection and that “it’s an opportunity to deepen our understanding of development and to imagine the sustainable futures we can create together.
“The conference offers a unique platform to forge new partnerships and demonstrates the power of collaboration in tackling global challenges and transforming lives. It reminds us that in a fragmented world, investing in sustainability pulls countries together to work on a common future for all. And it is a moment to reignite hope, urging individuals and governments worldwide to take bold, decisive action towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals,” it added.
Established in 2024,, the annual conference is a joint initiative of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the UNDP), the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, and the Michael Otto Foundation.
As a Youth Ambassador, Valmond will engage in discussions, workshops, and collaborate with fellow youths to amplify the conference’s objectives.
