So many things can be done to help make our world a better, more sustainable place to live in, but it can be difficult to figure out how to get involved and make a difference.
Research by Shropshire Wildlife Trust found that 65% of young people aged 18-24 were extremely concerned about climate change, 78% would like to do more to tackle it and yet only 18% currently campaign about it.
Thanks to National Lottery Players, UpRising's expertise in engaging underrepresented youth will be combined with Shropshire Wildlife Trust's experience in outdoor learning and nature connection to create the Environmental Leadership Programme 2.0.
This innovative initiative is designed to support 4 cohorts of 100 young people aged 18-25 from underrepresented and underserved communities across the West Midlands. It aims to strengthen young people's connection to nature, deepen their understanding of what drives environmental behaviour change, and enable them to develop and implement nature-focused campaigns in their local communities.
The programme will be free and have a blended learning approach to accommodate participants' busy schedules.
By the end of the programme, a 400 strong cohort of graduates from the programme will have developed their knowledge, networks, skills and confidence they need to become the next green leader!
Information about how to get involved is available on a new website dedicated to the programme, visit www.elp2.uk