What is the Youth Environment Forum?
The Youth Environment Forum is a place for young people who care about the environment and want to make a real difference.
Whether you're passionate about climate action, nature, sustainability, or simply want to learn more, the Youth Forum gives you the chance to turn your ideas into action. You'll get support, guidance, and opportunities to explore different ways of creating positive environmental change.
It's a chance to get involved in practical, hands-on projects, build your confidence, and develop valuable skills in leadership, teamwork, event planning, communication, and organisation. You'll also meet other young people who are just as passionate about making a difference.
The best part? The Forum is led by young people. Members help decide what activities take place, what projects to work on, and how the group is run.
Every year we also hold a Youth Environment Summit, where members have the chance to design and plan a weekend of activities and workshops and have the opportunity to lead sessions and inspire other young people.
Want to get involved?
The Youth Forum meets around ten times a year and is free to all who attend. It is designed for anyone between the ages of 11 to 24.
Find out more about how to become a member!
About the Youth Environment Forum
The Youth Forum is part of our Green Futures project, which aims to support young people to create positive environmental change. The project is supported by funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.
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