On Friday, June 6, 2026, Climate YES Kenya-Kisumu hub hosted a World Environment Day Creative Art Workshop, bringing together young people and Climate YES members for a day of learning, reflection, creativity, and action. The event provided a unique platform for participants to explore the connection between faith, environmental stewardship, climate justice, and youth leadership.

Held under the theme of caring for our common home, the workshop sought to inspire young people to recognize their role as stewards of creation and active champions of environmental conservation. Through interactive discussions, theological reflections, and creative expression, participants engaged with key topics including Care for Our Common Home: A Sacred Responsibility, Creation as a Gift: Gratitude, Simplicity and Sustainable Living, and Art as a Voice for Creation: Using Creativity for Environmental Advocacy.

The day began with opening remarks and a biblical reflection that grounded environmental action within Christian faith and values. Participants reflected on how Scripture and faith traditions call people to protect creation, live sustainably, and promote climate justice for present and future generations.

A major highlight of the workshop was the creative arts session, where participants used painting, drawing, poetry, chants, and dance to express environmental messages and advocate for climate action. Through their artwork, young people communicated powerful messages such as “Our Environment, Our Responsibility,” “We Are Stewards of God’s Creation,” and “Act Now. Earth Can’t Wait.” The session demonstrated how creativity can be a powerful tool for raising awareness and inspiring communities to take action for the environment.

The workshop also moved beyond discussion into practical action. Participants took part in a tree-planting exercise as a symbol of their commitment to environmental stewardship and climate resilience. The activity reinforced the importance of translating knowledge and advocacy into tangible actions that contribute to ecosystem restoration and environmental conservation.

Key takeaways from the event included:

• Increased understanding of the relationship between faith and environmental stewardship.
• Greater awareness of climate justice and sustainable living practices.
• Enhanced appreciation of creative arts as a tool for environmental advocacy.
• Strengthened commitment among youth to participate in environmental conservation efforts.
• Increased collaboration and networking among Climate YES members and environmental champions.
  

The workshop successfully strengthened youth engagement in climate action while demonstrating that faith, creativity, and collective action can play a transformative role in addressing environmental challenges.