YGBC Volunteering

Empower youth-led climate innovation

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for the environment who excel at turning ideas into action! You will help school students to create a positive change for people and planet

Do you have sustainability expertise? Or are you great at getting new ideas off the ground? Have you got a background in design or innovation? Do you know how to create change? Or perhaps you're an amazing project manager? If you have any of these skills then you'd be perfect to volunteer with us.

Experience of working with young people is not essential - we'll provide all the training and support you need.

Design Sprint Facilitator

Assist in the delivery of a one-day dynamic design workshop -engaging with students and inspiring them to think outside the box and work as a team to create their own innovative climate solution.

Eco Dragon’s Den

Use your professional expertise to assess student's local climate action ideas, offering feedback about how they can achieve the greatest impact with their project

Mentor

Support student teams to implement their climate solutions in a feasible and impactful way, to maintain progress, unblock challenges and measure the impact of their projects, and offer guidance when needed.

Expert Sessions

Offer your subject expert advice to teams via a Q&A style session either virtually or in-person at the school. From green energy & transport, future food, sustainable fashion & sport, nature-based solutions and many more....

What's in it for you?

Make a difference to young people

Empower students aged 11-16 to tackle climate change, fostering their confidence, building skills, inspiring creativity supporting them to be a voice for climate in their community

Boost your development

Enhance your leadership, communication, and project management skills through hands-on experience in an educational setting.

Grow your professional network

YGBC is a vibrant community of skilled and passionate sustainability experts. Forge connections with like-minded individuals and unlock new opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Demonstrate social impact

YGBC provides a platform for your company to forge meaningful connections with local schools and communities - showcasing a commitment to environmental education and community engagement, ultimately driving meaningful social impact.

How to Apply

Whether it is virtually or in person, 1 day or a few hours a month, discover how you can be involved in supporting young climate innovators.

Follow these steps to apply:

STEP 1

Decided which role/s you'd like to apply for - further information is provided in the 'Volunteer Roles' section above

STEP 3

Complete our application form and we'll be in touch to arrange a quick chat

STEP 2

Check we're running at a location near you

STEP 4

We’ll get you matched to a school and provide all the training and support needed for your role

“I got so much from YGBC. I learned new mentoring skills, connected with other volunteers who also share the same interest for the environment. And most importantly, I could explore the view of the young generation about the sustainability topic. I'd encourage everyone to volunteer with YGBC.”

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Application Form

Complete our short form to start your application process.

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