A teenage girl on her way to fetch water amidst a ravaging drought

Nairobi, Kenya - March 5, 2024 - As the world grapples with the far-reaching impacts of climate change, it is imperative to recognize its disproportionate effect on children.

"Born into the Climate Crisis" film brings to light the personal struggles and triumphs of four remarkable children and young individuals, including Imran from Kenya, whose life has been deeply impacted by the environmental challenges in the Garissa region.

Imran, a 17-year-old climate activist, shares his firsthand experiences of enduring a prolonged drought that has devastated his pastoralist community. "I dream of a better Garissa. I dream of somewhere green," expresses Imran poignantly in the documentary. "I dream we would receive rain; we would stop having drought. But, that´s not the case."

Swedish Ambassador to Kenya, Caroline Vicini notes:

"The climate crisis is changing the world as we know it, with grave implications for the rights of children now and future generations of children. Seven hundred and ten million children live in the 45 countries most at risk, children and young people all over the world will inherit the climate crisis.”

Yvonne Arunga, Country Director of Save the Children Kenya, and Madagascar, echoes this sentiment, stating, "Nobody is immune to the consequences of the climate crisis, but it's evident that children, particularly those in low- and middle-income nations and disadvantaged areas, are the most affected. For example, a child born in Kenya in 2020 can expect to encounter 4.6 times as many droughts on average as their grandparents did.

Born into the Climate Crisis" is not merely a documentary; it is a catalyst for change, igniting conversations and mobilizing communities to confront the greatest challenge of our time. A collaborative effort between the Swedish Embassy to Kenya and Save the Children Kenya to showcase the intersection between climate change and children’s rights.

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NOTES TO EDITORS

Save the Children has been providing support to children in Kenya through our development and humanitarian programmes for over 70 years. We work with communities, local partners, and the government to design and deliver programmes to meet the needs of the most deprived children. We also advocate for greater investment of public and private resources for children.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Ida Maritim, Communication and Media Manager – ida.maritim@savethechildren.org