YOUTH CLIMATE INSTITUTE
The Adventure Lab is looking for motivated and passionate youth to become Ambassadors and join their chapter of the Youth Climate Institute.
The Youth Climate Institute educates and certifies the next generation of leaders on climate science, environmental justice and real world solutions.
Youth 13-18 can join for FREE and work towards gaining certification applicable for graduation, resumes, and internships.
Built to be similar to a ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’, participants of the program engage in climate based discussions, a group action project of the student’s choice, and 5 service hours to become a Certified Ambassador. Once that is successfully completed, participants can work towards getting their certification with Honors by completing a Capstone project. Becoming a Certified Ambassador with Honors provides students with additional networking opportunities and career and continuing education benefits.
Work towards becoming a Certified Ambassador can begin the moment you submit an application! The Adventure Lab will provide you with details on getting started, but there is no consistent or major time commitment required (beyond completing the action project and 5 service hours- which can both be done on the student’s time). The Adventure Lab will host once monthly opportunities to engage in discussions and activities related to Climate and Environmental Science, as well as provide resources and mentor guidance as needed.
To register as an Ambassador for the Youth Climate Institute click the link below.
Under “What chapter are you applying for?” select Great Lakes Adventures.
You do not need to be a Scout to register! Register with your friends and complete your action project together.
Scouts who complete Merit Badges about approved topics or volunteer work
Interested in learning more about the Youth Climate Institute?
WHY JOIN THE YOUTH CLIMATE INSTITUTE?
The Youth Climate Institute (YCI) is a one-year, extracurricular program that certifies and celebrates students for their environmental passion and commitment to mitigating climate change. By participating in YCI, you will:
Learn more about how climate change is affecting our world and how you can use your unique talents to create change in your community
Develop leadership skills and become college and career ready through industry mentorship
Earn a national certification to boost your resume
Become connected with a wider community of climate activists at your school and around the country
Fight climate anxiety by taking concrete actions to tackle the climate crisis with your peers
Questions can be sent to Sarah at sarah.demetruk@scouting.org
