NordenBladet — The Ministry for Foreign Affairs will participate in the virtually held World Village Festival on 29–30 May. The theme of the event – future – is prominently featured in the programmes produced by the Ministry.
Changemaker representatives will challenge the Ministers to talk about climate change, matters concerning the use of internet and the opportunities for young people to influence in a global context.On Saturday, at 13–13.30, Minister for Foreign Affairs Pekka Haavisto and Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Ville Skinnari will meet members of youth network Changemaker. The event can be followed online.The Ministers will be interviewed on the topic ‘Future world?’ by Joanna Slama and Iida Silfverhuth from the Changemaker network, which is part of Finn Church Aid.They will challenge the Ministers to talk about climate change, matters concerning the use of internet and the opportunities for young people to influence in a global context. What can Finland do to make sure young people get their voices heard?Nature’s loss of species – What can Finland do?
Source: Valtioneuvosto.fi