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About Us

We are a diverse group of young climate justice activists working together to lift the voices of youth, in particular youth of color and working class youth. Our collective action aims to fight for a livable climate and an equitable, sustainable, and just world. 

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Our Approach

YVA approaches the climate crisis as a symptom of the same system that has impacted frontline youth and their communities in so many ways. We focus on building a movement not just of those who already consider themselves climate activists, but of everyone who is impacted. Our theory of change is centered on three goals, found below.

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To engage more young people as community leaders and activists, especially those often shut out of climate discussions.

 

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To “change the narrative” around climate issues by building popular cultural support for urgent climate action

3

To achieve concrete policy changes that support young people’s right to a livable planet and just society.

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