The series equips young people from across Johannesburg with the knowledge, skills and tools to become clean air advocates and community leaders.
Through interactive learning, expert-led sessions and practical advocacy exercises, participants strengthened their understanding of air pollution, environmental justice, campaign design and public participation.
Speakers
- Rendani Tshitangano: Research Assistant, Youth@SAIIA
- Elizabeth Sidiropoulos: Chief Executive, SAIIA
- Donavan Fullard: Programme Head, Youth@SAIIA
- Nokuthula Dubazane: Portfolio Manager, Breathe Cities Johannesburg, Clean Air Fund
- Ewan Botha, MEC for Gauteng Department of Environment
- Lehlohonolo Jack: Project Coordinator, Youth@SAIIA
- Lufuno Maise: Senior Specialist for Air Quality Permitting & Regulations, City of Johannesburg
- Prof. Caradee Wright: Chief Specialist Scientist, South African Medical Research Council
- Karabo Molapo: Technician on Air Quality Services, South African Weather Service
- Tyla Nxumalo: UrbanBetter Joburg Cityzens Hub Coordinator, Youth@SAIIA
- Ngelekanyo Tshishonga: Project Assistant, Youth@SAIIA
- Lindelani Munyadziwa: Air Quality Specialist, City of Johannesburg
- Kolade Ayo-Yusuf: Senior Manager, Cart Agency
- Dr. Edward Nkadimeng: South African Consortium of Air Quality Monitoring
- Nobesuthu Mnkandla: Legal Intern, Centre for Environmental Rights
- Mbhali Khumalo: Legal Intern, Centre for Environmental Rights
Some of the Highlights














