Youth for Environmental Action

Youth for Environmental Action (YEA) seeks to elevate the voices of students in order to to transform the school system to be more sustainable. Across the world, students are voicing their anxiety about the future of the planet. YEA supports students in developing the skills and plans to bridge the gap between adult decision makers and youth, to work together toward common goals and environmental and climate action plans. 

Projects in Progress

Past Projects

Roles offered for Students

1) Leadership Team (High School only--see above for schools with current open leadership positions)

• Join the core leadership team to work with YEA leaders from different high schools across the county to identify YEA projects and lead the annual Youth for Environmental Action Summit.

• Meets weekly on Thursdays 4-5pm (on zoom)

2) Support Team (High School only--current openings at ALL schools)

• Join your school’s support team to work with other students from your school who want to plan environmental action at your school site

• Meets twice a month on Thursdays 4-5pm (on zoom)

3) YEA Member (High School and Middle School)

• Receive invitations to YEA events and help raise awareness of YEA in your community

• No meetings required

Qualifications 

• Must be a Santa Cruz County Member

• Must be committed to actively participate 

How to apply

Apply down below! or access student applications within our Student Applications tab.

Application

Want to become a YEA member? Fill out the application form down below! We'd love to have your part of our YEA team!

 Youth for Environmental Action 

Student applications are still open for the 2022-2023 school year. 

Advisors