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Olympic Champ Yiming Advocates for Land Resilience
12 Aug
Summary
- Su Yiming appointed UNCCD Sport4Land Champion for Resilience.
- Snowboarding relies on healthy mountain environments and reliable snowfall.
- Su inspires youth to protect nature for sport and community futures.
Chinese Olympic snowboarding champion Su Yiming was appointed the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Sport4Land Champion for Resilience on Wednesday. This recognition celebrates his inspiring journey, dedication to empowering young people through sport, and leadership in promoting resilience.
The UNCCD highlighted that healthy mountain environments and reliable snowfall are essential for snowboarding. As climate change intensifies land degradation and water stress, athletes like Su are crucial in educating new generations.
Su joins a network of Sport4Land Champions using sport to raise awareness about land restoration and sustainable land management. Launched during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the initiative engages athletes and fans globally to advocate for healthy land.
