Kumamoto Declaration
Y’s Men International is committed to reducing its environmental impact and making a meaningful contribution to global sustainability. In alignment with our Strategy 2032 vision and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we will raise environmental awareness, adopt innovative and responsible practices, support renewable energy, effective waste management, and sustainable environmental initiatives to help build a cleaner, greener world.
Kumamoto Declaration, August 2025
Y’s Men International recognises the urgency of the climate crisis and its impact on communities worldwide. In line with our Strategy 2032 vision to have a visible and positive impact in the areas of Health, Environment and Education, and to act for an equitable and sustainable world for all, we affirm our commitment to sustainability and responsible action.
The Kumamoto Declaration (2025) expresses this commitment with clarity and conviction. It aligns Y’s Men International with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially those focused on climate action, responsible consumption and production, clean energy, and sustainable communities.
Through this renewed declaration, we pledge to reduce our environmental impact, raise awareness, and support innovative and responsible practices. By working together, our movement aims to contribute to a cleaner, greener world and to inspire members and partners to engage actively in building a sustainable future.
Past Declarations
The Yokohama Declaration, adopted in 2010, was an important milestone in Y’s Men International’s environmental journey. It reflected the growing awareness within the movement of the need to care for creation and encouraged clubs and members to take action in their communities.
Building on this foundation, the Kumamoto Declaration was adopted in 2025 to renew and strengthen the organisation’s commitment. Aligned with Strategy 2032 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the Kumamoto Declaration represents a forward-looking vision for how Y’s Men International can reduce its environmental impact and contribute meaningfully to global sustainability.