Climate&Me Youth Leadership Summit: Invitation to Register

Guest post contributed by Abigail Hayne (she/her) | Maine Youth Climate Engagement Coordinator Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future( 207)-624-1758 maine.gov/climateplan/climateandme

The Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Maine Department of Education, Maine Environmental Education Association, Maine Youth for Climate Justice, Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance, and JustME for JustUS are hosting a summit to empower high school students in climate action, and you’re invited!

This all-day event will include student-led workshop sessions, time to meet and connect with other students, and opportunities to build skills and a library of climate action resources. Students will have the chance to hear from other young climate leaders and experts about how to drive action and change in their schools and communities. Featured speakers and agenda announcements will be announced soon!

Summit Details

Where?

Wells Conference Center on the University of Maine Orono campus (131 Munson Road, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04473)

When?

Friday, April 4th, 2025. Check-in and breakfast begin at 8am; the Summit will begin at 9am and end at 5pm.

What to expect

This full day summit will offer Maine high school students and adult leaders the opportunity to connect with fellow emerging climate leaders, attend student-run breakout sessions, and build a toolkit of climate action project planning skills and resources. Educators and administrators who accompany students to the Summit will join a separate “adult track” to exchange knowledge and build connections.

How can you register?

Form a cohort with one to two adult leaders (for example, a teacher, administrator, school staff member) and 2-10 students from your high school. Cohorts may be based on classes, pre-existing eco-clubs, or newly formed groups. No prior experience in running a climate project at your school is necessary! Click here to register by March 3rd. Space is limited, so we recommend applying early!