are not able to share the information on climate change in a waythat is more palatable to the end- user. As such, knowledge gained is sometimes insufficient or half-baked.

########## Volunteerism

One way of engaging the youth in actively taking part in society is through volunteerism. By encouraging the youth to take on a more active role in addressing problems and issues found in the community, they become more empowered and confident in themselves. While volunteerism is a catalyst for change, it also has its share of issues and challenges. These can be found not only in the youth volunteers, but in the participating organizations as well. If that is the case, it becomes important to properly flesh out the issues involved and determine a way of properly addressing them. Inclusion. When it comes to volunteerism, one key area of consideration is inclusion. A 2009 report by the Council of Europe and the International Cultural Youth Exchange (ICYE) defines inclusion as 'a way for all and everyone to participate.' Effectively, inclusion provides an avenue for everyone to have an equal opportunity to participate, regardless of their social class, gender, or living status. In addition, inclusion also fosters respect, such that everyone is represented and the views and values of all are taken into account. Inclusion, then, becomes one of the biggest challenges of volunteerism: How can it be ensured? Majority and minority groups. and minority groups. Another issue worth noting would be the challenges faced by the majority andminority groups. While membersofminority groups are often regarded as those with more limited means or avenues for volunteering and participation, members of majority groups h ave their own share of issues. Whenever the term 'majority' is used, the usual thought is that its members must feel comfortable and assured inside that group, as they are part of what is seen as usual or normal. However, being part of such a kind of group can be stifling to some members. Some may feel that their voices or opinions are unheard, or that they are faceless or anonymous, just because they are a part of a larger group. On the flip side, while minority groups are usually viewed as repressed or unaddressed, some feel that being a member of a minority group is, in itself, making a statement, and therefore brings about feelings of pride. These dynamics in majority andminority groups can greatly affect howthe youth will participate. Taking into consideration what has been previously said, members of the majority group may, then, feel more complacent, and think that they no longer need to participate or volunteer as they are, after all, members of the majority, or that their opinions and actions are not valuable enough. Meanwhile, those who belong in the majority group may be more motivated to act, as they may be more aware of the consequences of inaction. Marginalized youth. youth. Though often lumped together, marginalised groups and minority groups are different. A group is marginalized when it is excluded, due to some characteristic, be it social class, gender, or living status. By this definition, minority groups maybe marginalized, but not all marginalized people or groups are members of the minority. While marginalised groups are sometimes viewed as deprived, they are, more often than not, disempowered and vulnerable. As such, it becomes important to take notice of these people and youth, and ensure that they feel valued and included.