Welcome to the second edition of the Rainforest Youth Summit (RAYS). This year's summit continues to empower young leaders, with a renewed focus on preserving our planet's diverse ecosystems under the theme "Living Landscapes: Charting a Sustainable Future".
RAYS 2025 explores the vital connection between people and nature, emphasizing the role of indigenous wisdom, adaptive innovation, and collaborative practices in ensuring environmental resilience.
Held once again in Kuching, Sarawak, the summit brings together youth, experts, indigenous leaders, and representatives from public and private sectors to shape actionable solutions for a more sustainable and equitable future.
Zoya Miari
Peace Ambassador, Storyteller & Founder, Waves to Home
Prachi Shevgaonkar
Climate Innovator & Founder of Cool The Globe
Mitzi Jonelle Tan
Convenor and international Spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines
Tashi Lhazom
Indigenous Climate Justice Activist, Academician and Filmmaker
Diwigdi Valiente
Sustainability Advocate, Indigenous Leader, and Expert in Sustainable Tourism and Climate Policy
Larissa Crawford
Published & Award Winning Indigenous, Anti-Racism, Climate Justice Researcher, Policy Advisor, and Restorative Circle Keeper
Varsha Yajman
Race, Mental Health and Climate Justice Advocate
Dr. Ahmad Zafir
Conservation Biologist & Programme Director of The Habitat Foundation
Joshua Belayan
UNDP Consultant & National Geographic Young Explorer 2024
Dr. Erika Cuellar Soto
Award Winning Conservation Biologist, Educator, Author and National Geographic Emerging Explorer
Plenary Session
Keynote: Adaptive Sustainable Tourism
Workshops: SDGs, Stories, Biodiversity
Keynote: Resilient Communities
Showcase: Delegates in Action
Under the umbrella of the overarching theme "Living Landscapes: Charting a Sustainable Future", the summit will be an opportunity for participants to explore five specially curated key thematic areas.
