Yang Peijie, a 23-year-old graduate in transportation engineering from SJTU, gained a deeper understanding of the fifth SDG — gender equality — through in-depth discussions with his group mates and instructors during the workshop.

He shared that women face income disparities, promotion barriers, and unequal career opportunities across various sectors. "I've learned from our discussions that these issues are not limited to low-income countries, but also persist in some developed nations," he said.

According to Yang, promoting gender equality requires changes in both institutional frameworks and societal attitudes, with even small steps making a meaningful difference.

"In recent years, China has witnessed significant shifts in gender attitudes," he added. "As a 'mover', I will continue to work on breaking down gender role stereotypes, promoting equal employment opportunities, and helping to mainstream the concept of equality in China."

Climate change is also a critical global issue. It is the 13th SDG and was a key topic during the workshop at the camp.