WHO ARE YOUTH OCEAN ADVOCATES/YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCATES? Youth Ocean Advocates & Youth Environmental Advocates are students interested in advocating for wildlife and habitats.
WHAT WILL YOU DO? Students in this program will learn the ins and outs of advocating for conservation actions in local communities. Youth Environmental Advocates work within the NYC community to support various wildlife conservation issues, learn how environmental policies impact communities and the health of the environment, and explore ways you can influence change as a young leader. Students will learn best practices in large-scale event planning including assisting, planning, and coordinating a Youth Summit and World Wildlife Day activities.
The Youth Ocean Advocates/Youth Environmental Advocates programs typically run between September & June. Applications open every July. Complete the interest form below to stay informed about recruitment.