Assembly Biosciences Supports BE OPEN's Youth Empowerment for Sustainable Development at UNEA-7
- BE OPEN empowers youth through initiatives like the Designing Futures 2050 competition, promoting innovative solutions for sustainability.
- Founder Elena Baturina emphasizes youth leadership and mentorship to inspire confidence in tackling environmental challenges.
- BE OPEN's participation in UNEA-7 highlights its commitment to education and youth involvement in sustainable development efforts.
Empowering the Next Generation for Sustainable Development: BE OPEN's Initiative at UNEA-7
At the 7th session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) held from December 8 to 12, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya, BE OPEN, a foundation advocating for awareness of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlights its commitment to empowering youth. The event convenes global stakeholders to address pressing environmental challenges, and BE OPEN seizes the opportunity to honor the winners of its Designing Futures 2050 competition. This initiative, which began in 2019, aims to engage young professionals in the creative and engineering sectors, inspiring them to rethink the SDGs and develop innovative solutions tailored to contemporary issues.
Elena Baturina, the founder of BE OPEN, emphasizes the significance of fostering confidence and leadership in sustainability among young people. She articulates the foundation’s mission to create a platform that not only encourages youth innovation but also connects them with mentors and like-minded peers. The Designing Futures 2050 competition serves as a catalyst for this mission, generating well-researched and creative proposals that seek to address sustainability challenges. By motivating participants to reimagine the SDGs and devise actionable plans that extend beyond the 2030 agenda, BE OPEN aims to cultivate a new generation of leaders equipped to tackle urgent environmental issues.
The theme of UNEA-7, "Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet," resonates deeply with BE OPEN's objectives. The foundation's initiatives inspire participants to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development while reinforcing the idea that the younger generation is crucial in shaping a sustainable future. Baturina's commitment to youth empowerment is evident in the quality of submissions received in the competition, which consistently reflect creativity and innovative thinking. Through this engagement, BE OPEN not only nurtures the next generation's potential but also aims to drive significant, lasting change in global sustainability efforts.
In addition to recognizing competition winners, BE OPEN's participation in UNEA-7 underscores its role as a vital advocate in the sustainability landscape. The foundation's focus on education and awareness aligns with global efforts to foster responsible environmental stewardship. By prioritizing youth involvement and innovation, BE OPEN positions itself as a critical player in the pursuit of sustainable solutions that meet the challenges of our time.
The foundation’s initiatives, such as the Designing Futures 2050 competition, serve to galvanize young minds toward action, ensuring that the principles of sustainability are not only discussed but actively implemented. As global stakeholders continue to grapple with environmental challenges, BE OPEN’s efforts in empowering youth could prove essential in shaping the future of sustainable development.
