The last date to apply for the GO4Youth Olympiad is February 25, 2024.
University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced an enriching opportunity for students at Universities/Colleges - the upcoming GO4Youth Olympiad organised by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and endorsed by the UGC, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India and this initiative aligns with the national agenda for environmental education.
UGC highlighted the directives of the Supreme Court of India regarding the compulsory implementation of Environmental Studies at the undergraduate level and further integration of environmental education into curricula to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills for addressing complex environmental issues as per the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
The GO4Youth Olympiad is a distinctive interdisciplinary program tailored for students aged l8-25 years in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across India and is scheduled to take place online from April 8 to 12,2024. It is designed to create awareness by focusing on environmental and sustainability issues. The application deadline for the GO4Youth Olympiad is February 25, 2024.
GO4Youth Olympiad Benefits for Students
The following are the benefits for students:
- E-certificates for all participants.
- Merit and distinction e-certificates for rank holders.
- Cash awards for the top three positions.
- Membership in TERI's youth network.
- Internship opportunities at TERI and other renowned institutes.
- Development of an impressive environment portfolio.
- Participating in the GO4Youth Olympiad offers students a chance to deepen their awareness about Mission LiFE and other national priority schemes. This aligns with the national agenda and empowers the youth to actively contribute to the country's sustainable development goals.
As future leaders, it is crucial to equip students with the knowledge and passion to advocate for environmentally conscious behavior and contribute meaningfully to global efforts aimed at environmental conservation, added UGC.
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