CYCP Application

Program Eligibility Overview: The program is available to all students entering ninth through twelfth grade in the 2023–24 school year. Students must be able to complete all program requirements, including attending the synchronous events that take place between July and December 2023: virtual summer retreat in July, virtual monthly workshops between August and November, and the December Capstone event. Students do not have to have past experience as a student leader or involvement with environmental or climate action. This leadership program is centered in equity-driven values and welcomes and encourages youth to apply who have identities that are currently and historically marginalized. 

The application includes a range of questions, including basic demographics and context, as well as the opportunity for students to share their passion and interest in taking part in the program. Supplemental materials (for example transcripts, resumes, and letters of recommendation) are not necessary; please do not send. 

Accepted applicants, also known as Youth Climate Policy Ambassadors, will be eligible to receive a $500 stipend upon completion of all program requirements. 

If you have any questions, please send an email to climatecorpsfellow@tenstrands.org. 

See full program overview here.