Manal Bidar is a climate activist and youth advocate from Morocco and Communications Coordinator at Water Youth Network. Manal is the founder of the Moroccan Regional Youth Governments Initiative, a platform that mobilized over 20,000 young Moroccans to participate in policymaking at the local, regional, and national levels on issues aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, she also founded the Moroccan Youth Climate Council, an initiative that empowers young people to address national climate challenges. Manal has over 8 years of experience in advancing climate action and youth engagement, and has worked with over 30 organizations, including various UN entities such as UNESCO, UNCCD, and UNFCCC. Having experienced the drastic impacts of climate change and forced displacement, she has focused on advocating for youth inclusion in global climate governance and influencing sustainable development strategies.
Manal Bidar
Founder, Moroccan Regional Youth Governments Initiative, Communications Coordinator, Water Youth Network (Morocco)
