Mentorship for Sustainability
Together for Nature is committed to increasing the participation, input, and impact of youth in our local sustainability efforts.
About.
Together for Nature and Equity and Sustainability Consulting offer a paid Mentorship for Sustainability Program open to high school and college students.
The program is focused on involving youth and young professionals in sustainability efforts and equipping them with skills and knowledge that will help them in their academic, community, and professional journeys, preparing them to participate in a green future and lead sustainability change. To us, sustainability works to advance environmental health, social equity and economic vitality to achieve thriving, diverse and resilient communities for this generation and future generations.
Program Structure.
Mentees will be paired up with a local sustainability leader that will mentor them in connecting to and leading sustainability change.
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The program provides students with mentoring and skill development through educational, scientific, activist, and networking opportunities.
We have mentors that are working on stream/wetland restoration, lobbying, environmental justice, diversifying sustainability, pollinator gardens, and other topics.
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At the end of the experience, mentees are welcome to join Together for Nature in a deeper capacity as an official member and continue meaningful work as a volunteer.
Program Timeline.
Spring
October - December: Outreach and Release
Applications due January 7th, unless extended, see the form
Notification for applicants mid-January
Required forms due by orientation
Early February: Orientation
Required forms due by orientation
February - June: Monthly training and feedback sessions
Fall
May - July - August Outreach and Release
Applications due early July 7th, unless extended, see the form
Notification for applicants mid-July
Required forms due by orientation
Early August: Orientation
August - December: Monthly training and feedback sessions
Impact.
We have partnered with more than 10 organizations in order to provide important educational and sustainability/environmental enrichment to more than 15 local students.
Projects.
Through our Mentorship for Sustainability program, youth and young professionals have been able to lead sustainability change in their communities while gaining important skills and knowledge. They have worked on projects that range from research to zero waste! Below, you can read profiles on their efforts and how they have benefited from Together for Nature programs.