Young Leaders For Climate Action – ElemenTree Education Foundation
Applications closes on 10th May 2023
ElemenTree Education Foundation ElemenTree visions to empower children with adequate and appropriate climate knowledge, skills and capacity. We are on a mission to prepare next generation climate leaders who will steer a climate conscious and resilient society. We are creating a repository of resources to strengthen and build capacity for Quality Climate Literacy, encourage teacher training to include climate education as an integral part of curricula, and inspire children to take innovative design projects for Climate Action.
Our Climate curriculum is locally contextualized and focuses more on designing local adaptation and action solutions. We do not want children to feel anxious or afraid of climate change but rather confident to contribute to mitigation and adaption. We work with educational institutions, specifically with schools focusing on designing, implementing, and monitoring interventions toward climate change education divided into 4 focus areas.
Focus 1: Climate Literacy and Student Leadership
Focus 2: Integration of Climate Change in Educational Institution Curricula
Focus 3: Training and Teaching Materials for Teachers and Educators
Focus 4: Safe, Smart, and Sustainable Campuses
Climate Action Fellowship for Children – A fellowship program for 12-18 years old.
There is a lot of anxiety around the impending climate crisis which has already knocked with visible impacts around the world and it needs urgent attention, not only in terms of knowledge or acknowledgement but a collaborative action to mitigate and adapt to the changes.
The fellowship program focuses on creating an understanding among students about Climate Change and initiating local projects at the individual level. The 8-week long program takes on a journey to understand the cause of climate change and work on assignments to link to impacts observed around. The capstone projects on four thematic areas: Energy, Mobility, Biodiversity and Water involve case studies for students to reflect on various solutions and design projects to initiate individual and social change.
Gear up to be a part of a collaborative community that nurtures itself with ideas, solutions, expertise, and mentorship to mitigate the climate crisis.
Program Objectives and Overview
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To enhance climate change education and climate awareness.
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Empower youth to lead the Climate Action Front locally.
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Develop 21st Century leadership skills in young leaders.
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To create a community of passionate young climate leaders
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8-week long program.
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Awareness to Action Program.
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Focus on Climate-Action Projects.
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Focusing on 21st-century leadership skills.
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Batch size of 30 students.
Community Development
We believe in creating a community of like minded students who can share more about their learnings and passionately work in teams to tackle a global crisis like climate change. Considering the current crisis, such community spaces becomes highly important for the child to develop social skills and work in a collaborative environment.
Mentorship
Most of our efforts pertaining to this program involve studying new approaches and developing innovative ways to implement them. Students will be mentored by experts from different fields to design and pilot their innovative ideas and develop an approach to initiate local climate action projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will we conduct sessions and what will be the schedule?
Two sessions will be conducted each week along with weekly case studies and teamwork sessions.
What are the basic expectations to finish the program?
The student are expected to attend all sessions and participate in all project activities. We focus highly on excellence and will drive you to work to your full potential. On successful completion of your projects, you will be awarded your fellowship certificate.
Can we get recorded sessions?
No, we will not be sharing recorded sessions with participants. All workshops will be compulsory to attend.
Will I be eligible for certification if I do not finish the program or I miss a few sessions?
No, we will not be able to grant certification if you have to leave during the program duration without meeting the program expectations. We might consider a person for certification if their absence is justified and the final decision can be taken case by case. We will provide support even if the project stretches beyond the timeline.
OFCOURSE !! We prioritize growth and learning for our community over everything. Financial challenges shall not stop anyone to learn and grow. We request you to apply for scholarship during the application form.
What kind of assignments and tasks will we have to do?
The assignments and case studies will be focused on climate change impact and solutions. We will give weekly case studies to cover socio-economic impact of climate change, climate adaptation strategies and stories of action.
How will we pick our projects?
The 8-week program will take you through a reflective journey to understand your role in climate action and adaptation. We identify and match your interests and skills to work on a project. There are 4 thematic areas (not limited to): energy, biodiversity, mobility and water where you will be provided mentorship to take forward your projects.
How can we help ElemenTree?
Share this with friends, educators or schools in your network. Reach out to us if you believe any school would be interested for the program for their students. Would be great if you sponsor students from underserved communities for the fellowship.
