As the United Nations approaches its 80th anniversary in 2025, a new global storytelling initiative is bringing climate action closer to home for young people worldwide. The "One Home: Shared Future" campaign by CGTN and partners invites youth to share their hopes and experiences.
In this episode, Tiểu Thanh, a Vietnamese student studying in Tianjin, reveals how UN projects shape her daily routines. Living in the Chinese mainland, she discovered that climate reports are more than headlines—they’re timely alerts that can safeguard health.
On the Chinese mainland, the UN collaborated with local authorities to develop advanced heatwave early warning systems. These systems use real-time data to send city-wide alerts through mobile apps, giving residents a heads-up on extreme temperature spikes. For Tiểu Thanh, who juggles classes and internships, these notifications became a lifeline during last summer’s record-breaking heat.
Back in Vietnam, the United Nations works with Vietnam authorities to promote climate-resilient farming and accelerate an energy transition toward renewables. From drought-resistant rice strains to solar-powered irrigation pumps, these initiatives aim to secure food supplies and cut carbon emissions. “Seeing technologies tested on my family’s farm shows how global goals meet real needs,” Tiểu Thanh explains.
Stories like hers highlight the UN’s role beyond diplomacy: it’s about local impact, daily resilience and building a shared future. As the world celebrates eight decades of collaboration, youth-driven narratives are proving that big institutions can—and do—touch every life.
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Vietnamese youth sees the UN bring climate action into everyday life
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