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CEDAR
CYMG Conference on the Environmental Dimensions of Antimicrobial Resistance
From awareness to action: youth advancing environmental action to reduce AMR towards UNEA Resolution 7/11 implementation.
26–27 September 2026VirtualOrganized by CYMG, with support from UNEP
Organised by CYMGSupported by UNEP
Registration opens 12 August and closes 1 September 2026, 23:59 UTC.
About the conference
Unpacking the environmental dimensions of AMR
Organized by the Children and Youth Major Group (CYMG) with support from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), CEDAR is a two-day virtual gathering to unpack the environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), build the capacity of youth, and explore practical pathways for advancing youth-led action on the environmental dimensions.
CEDAR will pave the way for a longer-term process to engage young people in supporting the implementation of UNEA Resolution 7/11: Environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance — through awareness raising, dialogue, partnerships, and practical action.
The conference brings together youth, governments, researchers, industry, and civil society to move from awareness to action, and lays the foundation for continued UNEP–CYMG collaboration on environmental AMR in 2027.
Why CEDAR
Objectives
Six goals guide the two-day programme, from awareness raising to concrete plans for youth action.
Discuss the significance of environmental action as an essential component of the One Health response to antimicrobial resistance.
Create dialogue between youth, governments, researchers, industry, and civil society.
Showcase youth-led initiatives in tackling environmental AMR.
Explore opportunities for youth participation in the UNEA Resolution 7/11 implementation.
Generate ideas for youth contributions to World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) 2026 and beyond.
How it works
Two days, two formats
Day 1 is a public interactive webinar open to everyone. Day 2 is a youth upskilling workshop limited to selected applicants who pass the screening in the registration form.
Day 1 · 26 September
Public interactive webinar
Open to all participants. Expert conversations, a youth action showcase, live polls, and a fireside conversation on what environmental action against AMR looks like in practice — and where youth can enter.
Register for Day 1Day 2 · 27 September
Youth upskilling workshop
A hands-on day for selected youth applicants: an advocacy masterclass, fireside lessons from environmental agreements, and parallel action labs on WAAW 2026 and UNEA Resolution 7/11 implementation.
Participation in Day 2 is limited to selected applicants who pass the screening process outlined in the registration form. Results are shared by 10 September.
Both days run 12:00–16:00 (times TBC, UTC)Interactive features throughout: live polls, action labs, networking
Mark your calendar
Key dates
Registration is open from 12 August to 1 September 2026, 23:59 UTC.
12 August – 1 September, 23:59 UTC
CEDAR & Youth AMR Project Registration
Registration opens for Day 1 and the Day 2 youth workshop, alongside applications for the Youth Action Showcase.
2 – 9 September
Selection process
Youth projects and youth applicants for Day 2 are reviewed and selected.
10 September
Participant emails sent
Meeting link for Day 1, selected participants for Day 2, and youth action results are shared by email.
Call for Youth Projects
Youth Action Showcase
CEDAR is pleased to announce the Call for Youth Projects to be featured during Day 1. This initiative aims to highlight innovative youth-led actions advancing environmental sustainability and resilience. Selected applicants present their work on the CEDAR stage.
Applications close 1 September 2026, 23:59 UTC.
Stay engaged
Interactive features
CEDAR is built around participation — expect to contribute, not just listen.
- Live polls and audience interaction
- Interactive expert conversations
- Youth action showcase
- Fireside conversation
- Small-group discussions and action labs
- Networking opportunities
Programme
Agenda
A two-day programme from awareness to action. Times are indicative and will be confirmed with registered participants.
Day 1 · 26 September
Understanding the Challenge and Learning from Action
12:00–12:10
Opening and Welcome
Opening remarks, poll, and icebreaker
Welcoming participants and event overview.
MC: Fithriyyah (CYMG)
12:10–12:30
Spotlight: Understanding the Environmental Dimensions of AMR
Short introductory presentations
What the environmental dimensions of AMR are, how they differ from other dimensions, why they matter, the four hotspots, and an introduction to UNEP engagement and Resolution 7/11.
Aitziber Echeverria (UNEP), UNEP technical expert (Chemicals and Health Branch)
12:30–13:30
Environmental AMR in Action: Perspectives from Science, Industry, and Policy
Interactive expert panel
What causes environmental AMR, what is being done in policy, what is happening on the ground, and where youth can enter.
Moderator: Hafeez
13:30–14:20
Youth AMR Action in an Environmental Lens
Lightning presentations
Two to three timed lightning talks from Call for Youth Actions applicants, followed by a moderated discussion on scaling projects regionally and globally.
Facilitator: Ayaz
14:20–14:30
Tea break
14:30–15:30
What Does Resolution 7/11 Mean in Practice?
Interactive conversation
A reflection session where participants share key takeaways through live polls, a word cloud, and an open discussion on common priorities and collaboration.
Facilitator: CYMG
15:30–15:50
Reflection Poll
Interactive discussion
Capturing Day 1 takeaways and identifying priorities for collective action.
Facilitator: Shania
15:50–16:00
Day 1 Wrap-up
Summary and preview
Recap of Day 1, an invitation to join CYMG, and information on the certificate and evaluation form.
MC: Saiarchana
Day 2 · 27 September
From Awareness to Action
12:00–12:10
Recap and Icebreaker
Interactive exercise
Recap of Day 1 with photos and key points, an icebreaker, and takeaways shared on a Mentiboard.
Facilitator: Saiarchana
12:10–12:30
From Science to Global Action: Lessons from Environmental Agreements
Fireside conversation
How youth can advocate for global solutions to AMR, with success stories and the role CYMG plays — referencing the AMR Toolkit for Youth Engagement made by UNEP.
Facilitator: Saiarchana
12:30–13:30
AMR Advocacy Masterclass: How Youth Can Make Solutions to AMR
Training presentation and small-group discussions
An interactive exercise where five groups design an advocacy solution to a given issue, including the Youth Manifesto for the UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance.
Facilitator: Saia, with breakout room facilitators
13:30–13:40
Youth Action Poll
Interactive polling
A quick interactive poll to capture youth priorities on a Mentiboard.
13:40–13:50
Tea break
13:50–15:05
Parallel Action Lab — WAAW 2026
Small-group working session
Regional or thematic groups (communications, partnerships, advocacy, research, community engagement) develop a coordinated global youth engagement plan for World AMR Awareness Week 2026.
Facilitators: Shania & Hafeez
13:50–15:05
Parallel Action Lab — UNEA Resolution 7/11
Small-group working session
A mapping exercise across the 2026–2027 timeline (now to WAAW 2026 to the AMR Ministerial), stakeholder mapping, and a dot-vote to prioritize two to three actions.
Facilitators: Ayaz & Fithriyyah
15:05–15:50
Report Back
Group presentations
Each group's representative reports on their discussions (10 minutes each), followed by a moderated Q&A.
Facilitators: Ayaz & Shania
15:50–16:00
Closing and Next Steps
Closing plenary
Summary of the two days including action lab results, plus the evaluation form, certificate, and further involvement with the Environmental Health Working Group.
MC: Hafeez, with Fithriyyah
The detailed agenda, speaker bios, and meeting links are shared with registered participants before the conference.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before registering for CEDAR.
Who can attend CEDAR?
Day 1 is a public interactive webinar open to everyone. Day 2 is a youth upskilling workshop limited to selected youth applicants who successfully pass the screening process outlined in the registration form.
How do I register, and is there a deadline?
Registration opens on 12 August 2026 and closes on 1 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC through the CEDAR registration form. The same form covers Day 1 registration, Day 2 applications, and Youth Action Showcase submissions.
What happens after I register?
From 2–9 September, youth projects and Day 2 applicants are reviewed and selected. On 10 September, participants receive an email with the Day 1 meeting link, Day 2 selection results, and youth action results.
What time do the sessions run?
Both days run 12:00–16:00 (times TBC, UTC). Final timings and meeting links are shared with registered participants before the conference.
Will participants receive a certificate?
Yes — the programme includes information on the participation certificate and the evaluation form for participants at the end of each day.
Who organizes CEDAR?
CEDAR is organized by the Children and Youth Major Group (CYMG) with support from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP).
Be part of youth action on environmental AMR
Register for CEDAR before 1 September, and join the Environmental Health Working Group to stay connected to AMR and One Health work at CYMG.