In June, we explored how sustainability, social inclusion, and environmental justice are connected. We started with a few short animated films on inclusion, followed by a powerful video about a Roma community living next to a landfill in Romania. These stories helped us reflect on who is most affected by pollution—and who gets to make decisions about the environment.

We used a simple game to understand fairness: some had to throw paper balls from far away, while others were closer to the target. It became clear how unequal starting points in life impact opportunities. From there, we looked at how clean air, water, and safe spaces are rights—not privileges—and discussed how these are still not guaranteed for everyone.

In small groups, participants rotated around flipcharts, identifying examples of injustice in their communities and coming up with ideas to change things. We also learned about real cases from Romania, like the drying up of the Neajlov Delta, and connected them to values like equal opportunities, accountability, and resilience. Each country had to find their own examples of environmental (in)justice, like Karepovac being near Split in Croatia.

The final challenge was to discuss what environmental and social justice means to you. The ideas they shared showed just how aware and ready young people are to fight for a fairer, greener future.