In a pivotal moment during the ongoing COP28 Climate Change Conference in Dubai, a side event titled “Science of Networks: Financing Youth-Led Climate Action in the South Caucasus ‘Analysis and UN-Compliant Strategies’ ” took place on December 8, 2023, at the Azerbaijan Pavilion in Dubai Expo City. This event aims to address innovative financing strategies that empower youth-led climate initiatives in the South Caucasus region. Co-hosted by the Ministry of Youth and Sport, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, and YOUNGO—the official children and youth constituency of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)—the event gathered 50 selected participants, including youth activists, civil society representatives, and high-level government officials. The side event panel discussion focused on key issues surrounding youth-driven climate action involving ethical implications of engaging youth in climate initiatives, balancing local grassroots efforts with UN-compliant strategies, and the need for supportive frameworks to bolster youth-led projects. Notable speakers include Mukhtar Babayev, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources, and Emilie McGlone, Director of Peace Boat US. They emphasized the critical role young people play in shaping effective climate policies. Adding a visual element to the event, the "Plastic Man" circulated among attendees to highlight the urgent need for plastic waste reduction. The primary goal of the side event is to foster collaboration between youth, experts, and governments, generating actionable insights for financing youth-led initiatives. This initiative underscores the belief that empowering young leaders is essential for tackling climate challenges in the South Caucasus. As the COP28 conference unfolded, the discussions at this side event provided a vital platform for ensuring that the voices of young people are integral to the global dialogue on sustainability and climate action.