YOCOPAS - Youth Organized Collaboration Of Peace And Sustainability

YOCOPAS is an international youth leadership movement that brings together young changemakers to explore cultures, identities, and sustainability. It serves as a platform for creative initiatives and meaningful collaborations that use storytelling to bridge divides, amplify unheard voices, and inspire positive change within and beyond communities.

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Who are we?​

We are a group of international students and educators from the Eastern Mediterranean International School EMIS . The reality of the conflict together with our first-hand experience with youth leadership has led us to establish YOCOPAS as a way to inspire youth to take action and change the reality of the region.

Why do we do it?

We believe in the power of stories to shape understanding and inspire change. By bringing together passionate young people from around the world, we create spaces for cultural exchange, reflection on identity, and collective action toward a more sustainable future. Through collaboration and creativity, participants learn to bridge divides, challenge narratives, and build stronger, more connected communities.

How do we do it?

We bring together bright, young leaders from around the world and give them the platform and tools to explore cultures, identities, and sustainability through storytelling. This happens through our YOCOPAS conference — a unique Docathon experience — as well as workshops, collaborative activities, and ongoing leadership opportunities that empower participants to create meaningful impact in their communities.

What is the movement?

YOCOPAS is a global youth movement that brings together curious, passionate young leaders to explore cultures, identities, and sustainability. By providing a platform, resources, and mentorship, we empower participants to create impactful stories, collaborate across differences, and become changemakers in their communities through our Docathon, workshops, and ongoing leadership programs.

YOCOPAS 2025

Theme:  “Stories Beyond Borders”

“The goal of the ‘Stories Beyond Borders’ conference is to inspire young people to use storytelling as a tool for understanding, connection, and positive change. Through dialogue, creative workshops, and collaborative Docathon projects, participants will explore how sharing stories can bridge cultural divides, amplify unheard voices, and foster a more inclusive and sustainable future.” Then, it should say “EMIS – 10th annual YOCOPAS conference, will be help November 6-7th. We invite 10-12th-grade students from local schools.”

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“Eight women, Arab and Jewish, take part in a video workshop hosted by Rona, a young filmmaker. With each camera take, the group dynamic forces the women to challenge their beliefs as they get to know one other”

This amazing Oscar-running movie was exhibited during our 2022 YOCOPAS, followed by a live Q&A with two actresses of the movie, who exclusively came to the conference to answer the students’ questions and share their perspectives on the production with our Palestinian, Israeli, and International participants. 

If you need some more information, please email us to [email protected]

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