Juan
Pierre
Leader and changemaker, bridging grassroots action with high-level policy and scientific research to drive systemic change in climate resilience.
THE BACKGROUND
Juan Pierre, 20, from Mauritius, is an ambitious leader and changemaker in climate action, sustainable development policy, and civic engagement.
Coming from a Small Island Developing State (SIDS), a group of nations among the most vulnerable to climate change, he is taking extensive action to build resilience and advance climate policy, youth leadership, and innovation. Grounded in science and research, his work has turned ideas into real impact, making him a trailblazer for social justice and sustainable development.
JUAN'S LEADERSHIP AND IMPACT
Through his Ino'25 framework, Juan has strengthened climate resilience in Rodrigues Island by mobilizing volunteers, securing funding, and implementing community-driven sustainability initiatives. His hands-on disaster relief efforts have raised critical funds, supported affected communities, and improved response coordination in Mauritius and Madagascar.
As a co-founder of the CSI Academy, a leadership program dedicated to empowering young changemakers, Juan equips youth with the knowledge and tools to take action on sustainability and climate issues. In his roles as a UNFCCC Contact Point and Global SIDS Focal Point for the UN Major Group for Children and Youth (UNMGCY), he works to ensure youth perspectives are represented in international climate policymaking.
Beyond advocacy, Juan has played a key role in advancing sustainable agriculture, digital education, and economic policy. At LEARNBLUE, a platform dedicated to climate and environmental education, he has helped educate hundreds of thousands on sustainability challenges and solutions. In the Mauritius National Youth Parliament, he has been instrumental in shaping policies that support renewable energy and climate resilience.
Juan’s leadership brings together research, advocacy, and action to create real change. Through his work, he is driving tangible impact where it’s needed most—helping build a more resilient and sustainable future for Mauritius and beyond.
LOOKING AHEAD
Beyond his leadership at LEARNBLUE, where he focuses on climate education, Juan is developing the Digital Twin Governance (DTG) AI. This innovative platform will enable policymakers to simulate and test complex global scenarios across areas like climate change, economic policy, and public health.
By leveraging AI to inform evidence-based decisions, Juan aims to enhance global cooperation and create adaptive strategies for a sustainable future.
"For me, trailblazing leadership means stumbling up uncharted paths while inviting others into the beautiful chaos of the climb. Growing up in Mauritius, I witnessed our island’s vulnerability to climate change. I entered climate advocacy armed only with dreams and research, only to realise that true leadership emerges when plans collide with reality.
This recognition isn’t a trophy; it’s a responsibility to amplify the voices of Small Island Developing States, shifting the narrative from ‘victims’ to ‘resilient innovators,’ learning from failures to reimagine a better future for our planet."
- Juan Pierre