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BE OPEN Achieves UN Environment Program Observer Status

On November 24, 2025, BE OPEN announced its accreditation as an observer to the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). This significant achievement comes after the organization put forth a comprehensive application detailing its long-term educational initiatives focused on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The recognition showcases BE OPEN's ongoing commitment to innovative approaches in various fields, aiming for a better and more sustainable future.

In 2019, BE OPEN shifted much of its operational focus towards raising awareness about the urgent challenges facing our world, as outlined by the UN's SDGs. The foundation dedicated itself to developing a program that encourages young individuals to become leaders in sustainable change. Through this initiative, BE OPEN honors exemplary projects with grants, providing a platform for discourse and idea exchange, alongside self-education and self-promotion opportunities.

With six contests completed and one currently underway, BE OPEN continuously supports and rewards young creatives who are devising solutions to improve flawed systems and create favorable conditions for an equitable and environmentally prosperous world.

As an accredited observer organization of the UNEP, BE OPEN can engage in meetings as an observer, contributing insights and ideas. The foundation takes pride in being part of an organization officially recognized by UNEP, offering the chance to collaborate with leading global environmental organizations to advance sustainable policies and practices. BE OPEN looks forward to exchanging knowledge, experiences, and visions with a vibrant community deeply invested in sustainable progress.

The observer status conferred by UNEP will open new avenues for BE OPEN to actively partake in crucial dialogues concerning the involvement of creative youth in international environmental policy formulation. This role is vital, as young innovators are increasingly seen as key players in the development and implementation of sustainable practices worldwide.

Going forward, BE OPEN is dedicated to leveraging this new status to foster further engagement and collaboration with both local and international stakeholders. The intention is to amplify the voices of young leaders striving for sustainable solutions that align with global efforts to combat environmental degradation.

In conclusion, BE OPEN's observer status at UNEP represents not merely a recognition of past achievements but also a firm commitment to future initiatives aimed at inspiring and empowering the next generation of change-makers. With a focus on the SDGs, BE OPEN continues to pave the way for a sustainable future by motivating young creatives to take action in identifying and resolving pressing environmental issues. The journey towards a more sustainable world requires collective effort, creativity, and innovation, and BE OPEN is positioned to lead this charge alongside the UNEP and its global partners.