YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVISTS
Youth Climate Justice Summit
Join us on February 13th, in person, at the Minnesota State Capitol for a day of youth action, learning, and a chance to participate directly in government. Led by youth, for youth, you’ll interact with youth climate justice activists from across the metro and discuss how to make change in your communities!
What do I get?
Youth-led Workshops
Join sessions led by youth and partners in the movement for climate justice
Climate Justice Community
Connect with youth from across the country supporting climate action
Speak With Legislators
Talk with your local representatives about what matters to you
THE YEA! NETWORK’S ANNUAL EVENT
Open to youth across the metro
Participants are 9th - 12th graders in the Minneapolis / St Paul Metro area. Join as individuals or as a classroom with your teacher for linking your learning to your curriculum.
Teachers, you can start planning by using this helpful toolkit from last year’s summit to learn more about the summit and share with youth at your school!
We’ve got your back. Check out answers to the questions we’re asked the most about the Youth Climate Justice Summit.
Summit Sneak Peak
Music, Poetry, and More
From open mics to musical guests, climate action and art go hand-in-hand.
Equity and Justice
Topics like environmental justice are explained for youth, by youth.
Youth Climate Community
The Summit features opportunities to engage in a broader youth climate justice movement community.
WHAT, WHEN, WHERE
Summit Details
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CT
Location: Springboard for the Arts & MN State Capitol
Registration: FREE – capacity of 100 students
Learn More about Last Years Summit: 2024 Climate Justice Education Bill Toolkit
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Transportation Assistance & Accessibility
If you need assistance to travel to the Summit, you can communicate that in the registration process. We are planning to provide stipends on a first come, first serve basis, with a focus on frontline communities hoping to attend.
We will update this section with more location-specific information closer to the event. For information on the MN State Capitol’s accessibility, click here.
For accessibility information about the Springboard for the Arts location, visit their website.
Contact yea@climategen.org with any requests or concerns.
Sponsorship Form
Learn more about how to be a sponsor for the 2025 Youth Climate Justice Summit.
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