Knowledge and Increased Capacity: Youth leaders will be exposed to a variety of thinking styles and lenses in this program, such as systems thinking, design thinking, and environmental justice. By increasing foundational knowledge and skills, they will explore climate problems in a trauma-informed way and design advocacy-based solutions to these problems.  

Action with Guided Implementation Support: 

• Action: Students will learn the steps behind carrying out policies by planning and implementing an advocacy campaign with appropriate guidance. The action-oriented leadership experiences they have in this program will translate to any and all leadership opportunities they partake in moving forward. 

• Coaching and Mentorship: Each participant will have access to individualized mentorship that guides them through brainstorming, strategizing, and cultivating leadership. These mentors are individuals who have committed to addressing the climate crisis and can provide invaluable exposure in career paths to people who are passionate about climate action. Mentors will also guide students as they develop and implement their advocacy campaigns.

Accountability and Reflection: Taking accountability for project completions and sharing both successes and failures is a critical part of one's climate journey. Students will learn how to reflect on their personal growth and development every step of the way, from the opening retreat to the Case Study and Capstone presentation.