FOUNDER
Executive Director
(she/her)

“I started this movement because I believed in the power of our youth’s voices and knew the impact we could have. Systemic change needs to happen, and we are taking the necessary steps.”

Director of Curriculum
(she/her)

“Climate education is for everyone, and is fundamental in shaping future generations that care for our planet and conserve its resources. I joined OY4C because I am proud to promote its important message and drive change for a healthy planet and people!“

Director of Community
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C to do my part in raising awareness for such a time sensitive issue. It is time for our generation to take action and protect our communities from the effects of climate change.”

Director of Partnerships
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to work with other young people to educate our community about environmental issues. As climate change will inevitable affect our generation the most, I believe broadcasting youth voices and contributing to youth-led activist organizations are crucial in moving towards a more sustainable future. “

Director of Media
(she/her)

“I believe that climate education is key to real climate action, and OY4C’s mission speaks to that. Getting to support it through storytelling and media strategy feels like the perfect meeting point of two things I really care about.”

Head of Operations
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C because I believe that meaningful climate action must have at its core health, equity and youth participation. This role felt like the natural step in a journey where advocacy, public health and sustainability have always been one of my top priorities, and I couldn't be more grateful for this opportunity!”

Administrative Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I think that educating our youth on the climate crisis is the only way to truly target it; if we have the knowledge, then we have the power to do something.”

Head of Recruitment
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe in raising awareness about the climate and providing accessible education. I want to contribute to the organisation’s smooth running so it can continue inspiring others and advocating for a more climate-conscious future.“

Recruitment Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because i want to take action in climate change while meeting different people and inspire the people around me, where together we could help the world create a better, a more sustainable future.”

Campaign Manager
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I believe in the power of environmental education to help young people reconnect actionably with nature which sometimes feels far away in urban cities!”

Events Coordinator
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C to help provide young people with the information and resources they need to tackle the climate crisis. To build a viable future, the youth must be at the centre of this fight.“

Head of Fundraising
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to help spread awareness on climate change, and intersectional environmentalism. I want to spread compassion and kindness which goes hand in hand with most social issues today.”

Grant Writer
(he/him)

“As an environmental engineer, I joined OY4C as a Grant Writer to champion sustainable development and empower youth. Committed to OY4C’s mission, I serve communities by securing resources to drive impactful climate education, fostering a sustainable future through collective action and youth-led change.”

Head of Data Analysis
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C after I met Ava and Emma at UCL’s sustainability conference and I was so inspired by them and intrigued by the organisation. I attended the conference as I wanted to become involved in some kind of climate movement and oy4c is perfect as it is student led and I had the change to talk in person with Ava about it!”

Data Analyst
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C because their youth-driven approach to climate education and awareness resonated with my passion for creating a sustainable future. Their grassroots energy and mission to make climate knowledge accessible to all sparked my desire to be part of this global movement.”

Data Analyst
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C to transform complex climate data into clear insights that inspire young people to take action for our planet's future.”

Data Analyst
(she/her)

“I joined to team up with young people from around the world to help protect our future through climate education.”

Data Analyst
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe young people have the power to drive bold and transformative change and I wanted to be part of a community that doesn’t just talk about making a difference, but actually does it. Being here means turning passion into purpose, and ideas into action.“

Head of Intersectional Environmentalism
(they/them)

“Rooted in intersectional activism, it seemed natural to join a network of liked minded activists. The sense of community and passion appealed to me and hence why I joined OY4C! “

Head of Outreach
she/her

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to do a real job that made the world a better place and was in line with my values. Helping to protect the planet, educating and raising awareness among young people, working with people my own age... It was the perfect opportunity for me.“

Curriculum Organiser
(she/her)

“I've always been interested in the environment, and as I grew, I wanted to be part of something that helps shape young minds. I joined OY4C because I believe in their vision that education is the key to empowering students to take action and work towards a more sustainable future.“

Head of Curriculum Integration & Writer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I am passionate about making widespread change that will ultimately save the planet and positively impact the lives of all living beings. OY4C is single-handedly changing the game in climate education and giving back power to the people.”

Function Head of Partnerships
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C because, after graduating, I felt motivated to be part of a productive movement for change and the greater good of the planet. I believe that OY4C will go on to educate and inspire many young individuals around the world.“

Function Head of Media

(she/her)

“Joining OY4C finally gave me a meaningful, fulfilling, and impactful way to improve the current climate situation and combat climate disinformation. I am also learning about taking on responsibility and leadership roles which is incredibly useful.”

Function Head of Research
(she/her)

“I joined because I wanted to work with like-minded people my age to make a difference. I love what we are doing and really hope to influence others to be more sustainable.”

Function Head of Curriculum
(she/her)

I believe that it is important for us to make a change when it comes to educating the youth about the environment and climate change, and joining OY4C has allowed me to do this. I have also been able to connect with more people who have the same passions as me.

Head of Curriculum Research & IE Leader & Assistant Teacher
(They/Them)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to help make a difference. Climate education is so important and by helping make it more accessible, we can better work towards a sustainable future for the planet.”

Confirmed Curriculum Manager 
(she/her)

"I am a firm believer that education is what drives change. For this reason, I joined OY4C, hoping that a motivated and hard-working community of young people becomes the force that inspires this much needed environmental change. With OY4C, hopefully, I can make a difference. "

Head of Curriculum Development
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I wanted to help educate mine and future generations about climate change and what they can do to make a positive difference."

Lead Teacher + Curriculum Developer
(she/her)

“ I joined OY4C because I wanted to make a meaningful contribution in addressing the urgent climate crisis. Through my work here, I hope to inspire others to recognize their own ability to make a positive impact as well.”

Function Head of Writing
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to be part of something. Eco-anxiety was making me feel more stressed every day, and I knew that to feel better I had to stand up for my beliefs and take action. By being a small part of something bigger we can all incite radical change on a global scale and this was my chance to do so.”

Head of Story
(they/them)

“I joined Our Youth For the Climate to make climate education more accessible to individuals on a global scale.”

Head of Content & Writer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C as I felt it was time to move beyond what I can do as an individual to address the climate crisis and push for changes on collective levels. Through education and community-building we can begin to have constructive conversations about the climate crisis, advocate for a better future, converting climate anxiety into climate hope. "

Head of Video
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to meet new people with the same goal: take action about climate change. I believe together we can make a positive impact on the world, and the best way to start is by giving proper education to the youth who will become the future of the planet we want to save."

Head of Design & Content Creator & Assistant Teacher
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C to advocate for climate action and help bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public understanding, ensuring information is accessible to all.”

Curriculum Designer
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to take initiative in climate action and help others to do the same. I believe that educating and spreading awareness is key to accomplishing this goal.”

Curriculum Integration Coordinator
(she/her)

“ I wanted to be a more active member in the climate crisis becoming both more informed myself and informing others as well. “

Curriculum Training Coordinator
(she/her)

“I believe education is our greatest tool in combating climate change. I joined OY4C to create systemic change and to work with other passionate young people to use the next generation as a means to move towards a sustainable future.”

Confirmed Curriculum Manager
(she/her)

“As an Environmental Science student, I joined OY4C because I really believe climate education is one of the most powerful tools for change. It’s a great way for me to turn my passion for the environment into something that helps build a more sustainable future for everyone!”

Writer & Curriculum Researcher
(She/Her)

“Environmentalism has a role in every conversation, and I joined OY4C in order to get the education I need to bring this awareness to my community & others like it.”

Community Researcher
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C to raise awareness about climate change, climate action, and the ramifications of ignoring the cause. This stemmed from my legal academic journey and attachment to environmental law.”

Community Researcher and Curriculum Researcher
(he/him)

"I joined OY4C because I want to be part of a solution where we will save the Earth before it's too late. Together, we can drive meaningful change.”

Community Researcher
(she/her)

"I believe society's biggest weakness is the notion that someone else will save us, and I did not want to wait to take action. OY4C is implementing a change that could benefit many, and I want to be a part of that change.”

Community Organiser
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I want to make a difference in the world and change the situation that it’s in right now. I believe that we must have an active role as young people, since it’s up for us to reverse this. So, with OY4C, I want to play my part in this and inspire others to do the same, so we can actually change things.”

Community Communications Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4c because I am passionate about environmental issues and eager to expand my knowledge around the climate. This organization feels like the perfect place to grow, contribute, and connect with others who share a commitment to making a positive impact on our planet.”

Outreach Coordinator
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I believe that collective activism is the only way we can disrupt the system and create real change. I'm excited to mobilize together internationally and create the world that we all deserve!"

Outreach Coordinator

(he/him)

“I joined to inspire young people to fight climate change and build a sustainable future. I want to bring the OY4C climate education program to schools in Kakuma so young people can learn about climate change early and become agents of change.”

Outreach Coordinator
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to help address the climate crisis through various educational actions. Building a sustainable future relies on climate education and I look forward to being part of this team to connect like like-minded individuals.”

Outreach Coordinator
(he/him)

“I joined Our Youth 4 The Climate to share my passion for climate justice. I’m especially focused on educating and empowering young people to take action on this urgent issue.”

Intersectional Environmentalist -
IE Strategy
(she/they)

"Today, we are witnessing interconnected processes of genocide and ecocide unfolding simultaneously. The destruction of natural ecosystems is inextricably linked to the systematic elimination of diverse peoples and cultures from their territories, threatening the very foundations and future of life on our planet. I joined OY4C to shed light on these overlapping crises and highlight how the wellbeing of people and planet are woven into a single, interdependent fabric that binds us all.”

Intersectional Environmentalist
(she/her)

“Passionate about community, education and climate action, I always dreamed of joining a collective such as OY4C - where real ambitions come together to make real change, where each and everyone can contribute in their ways to ensure inclusion, quality education and valuable impact.”

Intersectional Environmentalist
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C so as to be able to make tangible impact in climate cation as well as interact with like-minded and other seasoned professionals. OY4C brings together professionals from different fields for a common purpose, for which I would like to be part of."

Intersectional Environmentalist
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I am passionate about environmental protection to the strengthening of  climate resilience and I believe in the power of youth voices to drive systematic change, especially in addressing climate related changes.”

Campaign Manager
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to be part of a community that is dedicated to climate action and education, to make a real difference for our future and continue learning more about environmental challenges and solutions!”

Partnerships Coordinator
(she/her)

"I am happy to join OY4C to help raise/spread awareness about climate change, especially among young people. Making a meaningful change in the fight against climate crisis is something I am deeply passionate about, and I am excited to take action with others who share the same passion :)”

Partnerships Coordinator
(she/her)

"I am passionate about climate justice, and have always contributed to the climate fight in different ways. At the root of the climate fight is youth, and educating the youth is the first step we can take in the climate fight."

Partnerships Research Analyst

(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe climate education should be accessible to everyone and rooted in collaboration. Equipping younger generations with the tools to confront climate breakdown and systemic injustices is key to driving meaningful change!”

Partnership Research Analyst
(she/her)

“I joined Our Youth 4 the Climate because, throughout my education, I noticed a significant gap in climate change and environmental education. In school, I was not provided with lessons on these critical issues, and even at university, I had to actively seek out information to educate myself. I strongly believe that knowledge is power, and young people deserve to have access to accurate and comprehensive information about climate change. “

Videographer
(she/her)

“I joined the OY4C as I believe that education can help change the biggest issues of today. Through the power of storytelling and media, I get to create visuals that support the OY4C’s mission and educate people on environmental issues - combining two things I love: learning and creating.”

Video Creator
(she/her)

“I started noticing how the world was negatively changing due to climate change through media and after learning about this organisation, decided it would be good to help prevent global warming by educating more people in the matter. Hopefully I can help the Earth revert to a better state than what is it right now. “

Video Creator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I’m passionate about using creative storytelling to make science and social impact more accessible. Being part of a mission-driven team that empowers young change makers through content really aligns with both my values and skills.“

Video Creator
(she/her)

“I chose to volunteer with OY4C to use my passion for videography in support of a cause that is very important to me and to be a part of building an international community of young environmentalists. I believe our efforts will not only inspire others to take action but also empower us to expand our curriculum into new schools from around the world!“

Video Creator
(he/they)

"I joined OY4C because I wanted to actively raise awareness about the importance of climate justice. Moreover, it is exciting to be a part of a global team where people from all over the world show solidarity for climate justice.”

Story Creator
(he/him)

“I've developed a deep interest in global issues, which led me to come across OY4C Curriculum on Climate Education 2024 by (Providing climate education to students around the world in real classrooms. I'm incredibly inspired by OY4C's mission to empower young people to be at the forefront of the climate movement.“

Curriculum Content Creator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe creativity and youth voices are essential in raising climate awareness and driving change. I want to utilize my ideas and energy to help shape a more conscious and sustainable future.“

Content & Story Creator
(she/her)

“I joined oy4c because education is the first step towards activism. I’d like to be involved in helping youth defend our environment and take action towards a more sustainable future.”

Content Creator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to grow as an activist and make a meaningful difference in our fight against climate change, especially during such a pivotal time. I believe that knowledge leads to action which leads to power, and with that power we can help save our beautiful Earth.“

Video Creator & Graphic Designer
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C to take meaningful action against the climate crisis, gain knowledge through accessible education, and connect with a global network of like-minded individuals.”

Brand Designer

(she/her)

“Growing up with limited environmental education and later discovering groups like OY4C inspired me to expand my knowledge and use design to amplify ecological causes.”

Designer
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C to continue promoting environmental awareness. We only have one Earth, and I hope to contribute to its protection!“

Designer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I want to help make a difference globally and locally.”

Website Designer
(she/her)

“Inspired by the verse “Give as freely as you have received,” I joined OY4C to contribute to environmental education and make a positive impact on the world, through my passion for design & advertising.”

Researcher
(she/her)

“As a Neuroscience BSc student passionate about research and education, I joined OY4C to raise awareness about the impact of climate change on neurological and mental illnesses. I aim to empower others to recognise the urgency of this issue and take meaningful action.“

Content Researcher
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to educate people about the effects of climate change and how we can work together to slow it down. I hope to play a role in making a difference to this world.“

Researcher

(she/her)

“I joined OY4C bc I thought it was about time I changed my perspective and go from being a part of the problem to being a part of the solution.”

Media Researcher
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to learn, take action, and be around people who care about the future too.”

Researcher
(she/her)

“I believe that education is the first and most vital step to creating wide-scale change. I joined OY4C to uplift other young voices towards such a predominant issue and dissolve the barrier between youth and the climate crisis.“

Researcher & Writer
(she/her)

“Unfortunately, the time has come where we can not be oblivious to the current climate crisis even if we wanted to. I joined OY4C to do my part and spread information to ensure we can make an impact before it's too late.”

Writer and Media Researcher
(they/them)

"OY4C presented various ways to make a difference in the climate world, and I resonated with the diverse roles and approaches to climate education. OY4C gave me the ability to intersect both of my passions, writing, nature, and climate solutions.”

Writer
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted my concern for the environment to be taken seriously and I wanted a voice as a young person, I’m often ignored, and my suggestions are dismissed. OY4C allowed me to show my passion amongst people who cared as much as I do.”

Writer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I am passionate about climate justice, and OY4C is a viable platform to contribute my expertise."

Writer
(she/her)

“Education is one of the most powerful tools we can use to fight climate inaction. By being part of the OY4C movement, I am glad I can contribute to a powerful and effective change towards a more sustainable world.”

Writer
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I love how committed everyone on the team is. Education about climate change is such a powerful tool and the work OY4C is doing is essential to fighting the climate crisis.”