Our Vision

Creating aSustainable FutureLed by Youth

We envision a world where young people are at the forefront of creating sustainable, equitable, and thriving communities through their leadership, innovation, and action.

Our North Star

The mission and vision that drive everything we do in our pursuit of a sustainable future.

Mission

What We Do

Empower young people with the knowledge, skills, resources, and platforms they need to create positive environmental and social change in their communities and beyond.

Leadership development and sustainability education for youth

Support for youth-designed and youth-led community initiatives

Platforms for youth voices in sustainability policy and decision-making

Networks connecting young environmental leaders globally

Intergenerational partnerships that amplify youth impact

Vision

Where We're Headed

We envision a world where:

Youth Leadership

Young people recognized as essential leaders and change-makers

Planetary Boundaries

Communities operate resilient, regenerative systems

Environmental Justice

Social equity as the foundation of sustainability work

Green Economy

Opportunities for all, especially marginalized communities

Our Principles

Guiding Principles

The core values that shape our approach to creating a sustainable future led by youth.

Youth-Led Change

We believe young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow, but the leaders of today.

Equity & Justice

We commit to centering equity and justice in all our work, recognizing environmental challenges affect all communities differently.

Systems Change

We focus on transforming underlying systems that perpetuate environmental degradation and social inequality.

Collaborative Action

We foster collaboration across generations, sectors, and communities to drive collective action.

Innovation & Creativity

We embrace innovative approaches and creative solutions to tackle complex sustainability challenges.

Long-term Impact

We prioritize sustainable, long-term change over short-term fixes, creating lasting positive impact for generations to come.

"Our vision is not just about preserving the planet for future generations, but empowering those generations to lead the preservation themselves."
Maya Johnson

Maya Johnson

Executive Director

Youth leaders collaborating on sustainability projects

Help Us Realize This Vision

Our vision is ambitious, but with your support, it's achievable. Join us in empowering young people to create the sustainable future they deserve.