The issue of climate change, which originates from human activities, was first highlighted at the 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment. Since then, numerous actions have been implemented in an attempt to slow the progress of climate change. However, today, the urgency of this problem is more pressing than ever. The term "global warming" no longer accurately describes the situation we are facing. As UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated, "the era of global boiling has arrived." According to the article "Climate change impacts, risks and adaptation," published by the European Environment Agency in December 2024 (https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/topics/in-depth/climate-change-impacts-risks-and-adaptation), global temperatures from 2013 to 2023 were 1.19 to 1.22°C higher than pre-industrial levels, making it the warmest decade on record. European temperatures have increased even more rapidly, rising by 2.12 to 2.19°C in the same period. In addition, the Copernicus Climate Change Service report from October 2024 noted that the summer of 2024 was the warmest on record in Europe, with southeastern regions experiencing up to 60% more warm days than average (https://www.copernicus.eu/en/news/news/observer-rising-temperatures-and-shifting-patterns-how-climate-change-impacting-european). These figures are not just numbers on a page—they represent the lived experiences of people. In 2024, intense heatwaves across Southern Europe, particularly in Greece, Italy and Spain, led to devastating wildfires. In September 2024, Storm Boris brought unprecedented rainfall to central Europe, causing severe flooding in Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. In late October 2024, southeastern Spain experienced catastrophic flooding caused by a "cold drop" phenomenon, where warm, humid air from the Mediterranean collided with cold northern air, triggering torrential rainfall. Experts agree that rising temperatures, driven by global warming, are intensifying these extreme weather events. The climate crisis does not only affect the environment—it also impacts mental health. A 2021 survey by the European Youth Forum found that 60% of young Europeans experience anxiety about climate change, leading to a new phenomenon: "eco-anxiety." The American Psychological Association (APA) defines eco-anxiety as “the chronic fear of environmental cataclysm that comes from observing the seemingly irrevocable impact of climate change and the associated concern for one's future and that of next generations.” EU has created various frameworks to tackle these challenges, including the European Green Deal. This comprehensive policy framework aims to transition the EU to a sustainable, climate-neutral and resource-efficient economy, with a focus on promoting circular economy principles as one of the key strategies in fighting the climate crisis. The circular economy encourages a shift from the traditional "take-make-waste" model to one that reduces waste and emphasizes the reuse and recycling of resources. However, according to a 2022 study published in the journal MDPI titled "Youth Awareness and Attitudes towards a Circular Economy to Achieve the Green Deal Goals," there is a gap in youth understanding of circular economy principles. Despite recognizing the importance of sustainability, many young people are uncertain about how to implement circular economy practices or develop entrepreneurial ideas related to it. Further recommendations from the Circular Economy - Sustainable Competences for Youth project, based on a survey of over 200 young people aged 18-30, highlight the need to incorporate circular economy topics into educational curricula and create spaces for youth to engage in discussions about these issues. All the data presented shows that there is an urgent need to provide young people with access to platforms where they can learn about and discuss the importance of the circular economy, its main principles and practical ways young people can contribute to it. AIM The proposed project aims to create a platform / safe space, offering young people the opportunity to voice their concerns about climate change while gaining a deeper understanding of circular economy concepts and how they can actively contribute to them. OBJECTIVES The specific objectives of this project are: 1. To increase the understanding of the circular economy and its principles among 32 young people from diverse backgrounds, helping them recognize its role in addressing climate change. 2. To equip 32 young people with practical skills to implement circular economy principles in their everyday lives 3. To foster a sense of empowerment and activism among 32 young people by creating a platform for them to share ideas, discuss climate change concerns and initiate actions that promote sustainable practices within their communities.