TICKETS for the Coffs Youth Climate Alliance (CYCA) concert at the Botanic Gardens last Friday April 28 sold out quickly.

The youth-led event featured six primarily youth bands, with all proceeds donated to support the Alliance’s activities in advocating for climate action and combating homelessness in the local community.

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CYCA actions include organising student strikes and they were recently instrumental in the landmark Council action to recognise the current state of the climate as a ‘Climate Emergency’.

“We were thrilled to see such a positive response to our event and to have the support of the community behind us,” CYCA member Rataj Abdullah said.

“We believe that young people have the power to create change, and this event is just one example of how we can come together to make a difference.”

The event was supported by key sponsors such as Offbeat Operations, Broken Open Productions and The Provedores.

The audio-visual production services provided by Offbeat Operations helped take the performances to a professional level and gourmet sausages and associated sausage sizzle necessities from The Provedores boosted the overall fundraising efforts.

Lindsey Russell from Broken Open Productions said, “We’re honoured to have been a part of such a meaningful event and to support the Coffs Youth Climate Alliance in their mission.”

Betty Tesfamariam, another member of the CYCA, expressed thanks to everyone who attended and supported the cause,

“Every dollar we raise goes a long way in pushing for change in our community,” she said.

The successful event raised more than $2,000 to support the CYCA’s efforts in advocating for climate action.

By Andrew VIVIAN