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Y4N is recruiting its next Board of Directors

Y4N is recruiting its next Board of Directors

We are recruiting a minimum of three (3) members to make up our Youth Board for a minimum of a one-year term beginning from the Annual General Assembly in August 2023 until the 2024 Annual General Assembly. This is a volunteer position with an estimated time commitment of about 60 hours per year.

We are looking for youth  leaders between the ages of 18-35 years who have the knowledge and competencies necessary to comply with standard processes, policies, governance, and bylaws  for a non-profit organization like our

We are hiring: are you our next Development Director?

We are hiring: are you our next Development Director?

We very much appreciate your interest in the position, as well as the time and effort that went into the preparation of your application. This position has now been filled.

Youth4Nature (Y4N) is seeking a confident, motivated, and enthusiastic Development Director to join our dynamic, global youth team and ensure that Y4N has necessary funding to function. The role involves implementing and updating fundraising strategies, managing relationships with donors, identifying and applying to grants, and leading the Fundraising Committee.

Youth4Nature's 2022 Impact Report

Youth4Nature's 2022 Impact Report

Youth4Nature’s Impact Report for 2022 is a powerful reminder of the vital role that young people play in driving the global climate and nature movements. In 2022, despite facing immense challenges, including limited funding and support, the youth leaders at Youth4Nature have demonstrated the ability to catalyze significant impact and deliver practical solutions. We invite you to see what young people are capable of when they are given the resources, opportunities and trust to lead.

How international climate activists can help those in Türkiye and Syria

How international climate activists can help those in Türkiye and Syria

Last Monday communities across Türkiye and Syria experienced devastating earthquakes, the impacts of which are extrapolated by the impacts of climate change such as drought, war, displacement, and more. What can we do? As the global climate community, we know what solidarity looks like. Y4N Syrian Global Ambassador, Yazan, has put together this call to action.

Just Released: Y4N's Private Sector Engagement Toolkit

Just Released: Y4N's Private Sector Engagement Toolkit

It’s here! We invite you to check out our brand new, by-youth, for-youth toolkit about engagement with Private Sector and actions we can take as young people to shift the status quo towards sustainability and a future for us all and for the planet.

Press Release: Youth4Nature Afrika Takes the Stage at the IUCN APAC in Rwanda

Press Release: Youth4Nature Afrika Takes the Stage at the IUCN APAC in Rwanda

Youth4Nature delegation of 6 youth leaders from across Afrika attend the African Protected Areas Congress (#APAC2022) from July 18-23 in Kigali, Rwanda. The first of its kind, the congress convenes Afrikan conservation minds in a unique format to engage on key issues surrounding the conservation of protected and conserved areas across the region under the theme, "Promoting a sustainable future for Africa."

Whispers of Hope: Storytelling at the Africa Protected Areas Congress

Whispers of Hope: Storytelling at the Africa Protected Areas Congress

We invite you to journey with us from the wetlands of Rwanda and Nigeria to the forests of Madagascar and Burundi, to the urban areas in Kenya, and to the landscapes of activism in Malawi. Check out our brand new virtual storytelling exhibition, made especially for the IUCN-Africa Protected Areas Congress 2022.

Human rights education & environmental awareness: A missing link?

Human rights education & environmental awareness: A missing link?

In reflecting on her experience at the Forum on Citizenship and Human Rights Education, Steph highlights the missing link between human rights education and environmental awareness and protection. How can increased interconnectedness benefit us all? Find out more in this reflection!

Youth4Nature 2021 Impact Report

Youth4Nature 2021 Impact Report

We invite you to reflect on 2021 with us. To step into our world(s). To learn with us and to listen to us. There is so much knowledge sharing to do, so much capacity building needed, and so many stories to amplify. Our 2021 Impact Report is just a small look into how we’re making change for climate, for nature, and for our communities.

Introducing the Private Sector Taskforce

Introducing the Private Sector Taskforce

Solving global problems requires active engagement with the private sector. It is time for the private sector to step up to current and future challenges. We need them on board constructively as partners without constant opposition. At Youth4Nature, we feel that it is our duty to do something to improve the current situation. Meet the Youth4Nature Private Sector Taskforce and get to know what they’re up to and how you can get involved.

We’re Hiring: Are you our Development and Finance Director?

We’re Hiring: Are you our Development and Finance Director?

Youth4Nature is hiring for a new Development and Finance Director. Are you strategy and detail-orientated? Do you enjoy working with and designing spreadsheets? Are you a strong writer and relationship-builder, with experience raising money for change? Then you might be who we are looking for!