Alanna Jayne Inserra
Senior Social Development Specialist, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department, Asian Development Bank

Alanna Jayne Inserra is with ADB’s Fragility and Engagement Division, seconded from Plan International. She leads the ADB's institutional work on meaningful youth engagement to support more inclusive, innovative and sustainable development financing.

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Young Women and Girls: Asia and the Pacific’s Changemakers for Nature-Based Solutions

Meaningful involvement and leadership of young women and girls in nature-based solutions-related projects enhances sustainability of interventions.

   India; Papua New Guinea; Philippines; Civil society; Environment; Gender Equality
   SDG: Goal 5: Gender Equality; Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities; Goal 13: Climate Action
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Empowering Young People to Localize the SDGs

Multilateral development banks can amplify youth-led impact through innovative engagement methods.

   Civil society; Governance and public sector management; Social development and protection
   SDG: Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth; Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities; Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
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A New Model for Knowledge Events: Meaningful Youth Engagement Catalyzing Water Resilience

Empowering youth in water sector events can reshape dialogue, guide strategy, and drive inclusive innovation.

   Civil society; Urban development; Water
   SDG: Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation; Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities; Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
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Promoting the Greater Involvement of Young People in Asia in Climate Action

Youth involvement can be improved in the areas of green jobs and green skills, climate advocacy, and Just Transition.

   Capacity development; Climate change; Gender Equality
   SDG: Goal 5: Gender Equality; Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities; Goal 13: Climate Action