2024 Youth Environmental Advocacy Fellowship
Fellowship Details
This fellowship took place virtually on Zoom from Monday, July 29st - Friday, August 2nd from 11am - 3pm EDT everyday!
This program was completely free - there were no admission or application fees to apply!
Project Mission
Our mission is to empower youth to become advocates for environmental issues. We aim to provide participants the tools, knowledge, and platform needed to foster environmental leadership, empathy, and the possibility of successful, impactful change.
Project Description
This fellowship is a transformative program that equips students with the knowledge and skills to make a tangible impact in the lives of Canadians and their communities. Participants will explore how human activities amplify the Earth's climate effects. In the end, participants will condense what they have learned into a report on the significance of civic involvement in environmental activism.
Project Impact
The program seeks to create lasting impact by raising awareness regarding climate catalysts, and equipping youth with the knowledge and tools to drive positive environmental change in their communities.
How does this Fellowship work?
The fellowship is a week-long virtual program for youth aged 14-22 where participants will...
Research and Learn...
About how human activities amplify the Earth’s climate effects.
Attend Workshops...
Led by professors to learn about climate catalysts.
Work Collaboratively...
To write a short report that addresses an environmental concern connecting to climate catalysts.
Eligibility Criteria
Timeline & Important Dates
July 17th at 11:59 pm EDT
This is the application deadline. Any applications submitted past this deadline will not be considered for the fellowship in order to ensure fairness.
July 29th to Aug 2nd
Five days of virtual programming for the fellowship will take place!
June 26th to July 17th
Apply for the fellowship by filling out the written application linked above.
July 27th
The tentative cohort for the 2024 fellowship will be announced via email.
ONLY 50 SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Be a high school or post-secondary student between the ages of 14-22.
Have reliable Internet connection and a laptop or computer to join zoom meetings.
Be willing and prepared to commit time and effort towards the fellowship!
What does this Fellowship experience offer?
By participating in the 2024 Youth Environmental Advocacy Fellowship,
you will have opportunities to accomplish the following...
Earn up to 50 volunteer hours in the span of just a week!
Enhance your formal report writing skills.
Connect with like-minded individuals and network with professors!
Enhance your public speaking, presentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
Receive a certificate of participation upon successful completion of the program!
Top 2 teams may have an opportunity to receive monetary prizes!
Showcase your passion for health and environmental advocacy work.
Put this down as an internship experience to enhance your resumes!
What resources will be provided to our participants?
Research Document
You will be provided with a virtual pdf document that explores how human activities amplify the Earth's climate effects.
Professional Workshops
During the first few days of the fellowship, you will have an opportunity to attend up to various workshops hosted by university professors and professionals.
Team Mentorship
During the five days of online programming, HNP team members will be available to provide support if you require it. Depending on the total number of teams, you may also be provided with a mentor.