Youth Congress for Sustainable Americas, a program of the Biennial of the Americas.

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The Biennial of the Americas creates connections, builds community and inspires change across the Americas. We are building a deep network of leaders from across the Americas to foster shared insights, innovations, and creativity. Launched in 2010 by civic leaders in Denver, Colorado, we were formed around the transformational idea that the north-south axis is a valuable source of ideas and art. Our vision is to be a hub of connectivity between Colorado and the Western Hemisphere to support increased awareness and exchange. We are empowered by the uniqueness of our home and leverage Colorado’s collaborative and innovative environment to seek solutions to the complex problems facing our world. Colorado’s open and entrepreneurial spirit imbues the hands-on work we do at the Biennial and yields innovative ideas, investments and action. We believe that as we embrace both our diversity and our commonality by building on our shared experience and deep understanding of and appreciation for each other’s cultures, we can build a productive and innovative economic and cultural exchange. In 2017, a partnership between the Biennial of the Americas and the Nature Conservancy launched the Youth Congress for Sustainable Americas (YCSA) as a means to connect young leaders working towards sustainable goals across the Americas, stimulating and fomenting Climate Action Initiatives. YCSA mission is dedicated to uniting young leaders from all countries across the Americas, fostering collaboration and solidarity in our collective pursuit of sustainability. We come together as a diverse and inclusive community, transcending borders, to address the urgent climate crisis and promote a just and sustainable transition. This commitment to diversity extends to our executive committee and the recruitment of new members, ensuring that our organization reflects the rich tapestry of voices and perspectives within our region.