We've gathered an on-going list of organizations that are youth-based and climate focused. Some are nation-wide, while others are based only out of the New England area. Explore their websites below to gather ideas and resources or to find organizations to collaborate with!
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350.org
- 350 is "working to end the age of fossil fuels and build a world of community-led renewable energy for all."
- Their homepage includes a map of their international and US-based affiliates.
Citizens' Climate Lobby
- CCL's mission is "to create the political will for climate solutions by enabling individual breakthroughs in the exercise of personal and political power."
- They have chapters globally and across the US. Find a map of their chapters here.
Earth Guardians
- This organization is focused on training "diverse youth to be effective leaders in the environmental, climate and social justice movements across the globe."
Earth Uprising
- This group's goal is "to support and hasten the youth climate movement while providing resources and opportunities to educate one another about the climate crisis."
Extinction Rebellion US
- XR US's goal is "to spark and sustain a spirit of creative rebellion, which will enable much needed changes in our political, economic and social landscape."
- XR is based out of the UK and has affiliates globally. XR US has local chapters nationally, which can be found here.
Fridays for Future
- Fridays for Future is working to "overcome the climate crisis and to create a society that lives in harmony with its fellow beings and its environment"
- FFF Strikes happen nationally and across the globe. You can also sign up your community to participate in your own! Find maps of past and current strikes here.
League of Conservation Voters
- LCV's goal is to "influence policy, hold politicians accountable, and win elections." They're focused on all policy related to the environment and climate change.
NextGen America
- NextGen believes that "when we get young people to show up and vote, we win." They're focused on any policy that affects youth, including climate change.
Our Climate
- Our Climate is focused on empowering "young people to educate the public and elected officials about science-based, equitable climate policy solutions."
- They have five state chapters: NY, MA, WA, FL, OR, and NE
Sunrise Movement
- This organization is a "youth movement to stop climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process."
- They have hubs located across the US. You can access their hub map here.
SustainUS
- They are a "youth-led organization advancing justice and sustainability by empowering young people to engage in advocacy at the domestic and international levels."
AYCL (Alliance for Youth Climate Leadership)
- We work with local youth and organizations to help youth find their power in climate action. Reach out to us today to see how we can work with you!
350NH
- 350NH is a "multigenerational movement working to advance a just transition to a renewable energy economy and an end to our society’s dependence on fossil fuels.
Echo Action
- This organization seeks to promote "clean, renewable energy throughout New Hampshire, our nation and planet for a safe, healthy and prosperous fossil-free future."
- They have a youth-focused campaign, NH Youth Focused Climate Action.
New Hampshire Youth Climate Strike
- NH Youth Climate Strike is an affiliate of Fridays for Future. Their focus is on striking "for legislative action to combat climate change and its countless detrimental effects on the people of the world."
New Hampshire Youth Movement
- NH Youth Movement is "creating a network of young people across NH working collectively to further a united political platform." They have climate as one of their key focuses.
- Their hubs are located in Keene, Concord/Manchester, Plymouth, White Mountain, Dartmouth & UNH.
Our Climate - Mass.
- Our Climate's overall mission is to empower "young people to educate the public and elected officials about science-based, equitable climate policy solutions." Their Mass. chapter has been active in MA Green New Deal and working with other MA-based climate organizations.
Rights and Democracy New Hampshire
- RADNH is "building a strong movement and the people power necessary to win justice and improve the policies that affect us and our communities." They have a variety of campaigns, but are invested in climate justice and policy.
- There is also a RAD Vermont
Are you involved with or do you know of other organizations that would be great to list on our website? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected].