Young Environmental Leaders of Alberta
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The Young Environmental Leaders of Alberta (formerly known as the Youth Environmental Stewardship committee) was officially formed September 2009. This committee underwent transformative changes to refocus and redevelop their vision and mission statement. The committee is comprised of dedicated youth members from the ages of 16 – 30 years old, who have an interest in the environment, conservation and stewardship. The Young Environmental Leaders of Alberta (YELA) youth committee is supported by Alberta Environment and Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation (Parks Division).
Young Environmental Leaders of Alberta Mission Statement: "We, the committee exist to inspire Albertans, specifically youth to care for the environment and to take action in preserving and protecting the environment. We believe in making genuine connections to empower youth. We believe that all youth bring valuable perspectives, which lead to innovation and positive changes. This committee will educate and engage Albertans by planning and leading environmental initiatives." |
Please continue to check this website for new updates on the committee. If you should have any questions, please contact the committee at: yela.committee@gov.ab.ca
in the know
Are you interested in water and your watershed?Join students from grades 7-12 at the FIRST Youth Watershed Forum sponsored by the Oldman Watershed Council.
The United Nations General Assembly declared 2010 to be the International Year of Biodiversity (IYB), to help raise awareness of the importance of biodiversity all over the world. Part of Environment Canada’s celebration of IYB is the national Nature Matters! Contest.
The 2nd Annual Speak Out Conference will be in Edmonton May 14-16, 2010. The Speak Out Conference will bring together 200 students, aged 14 to 19, and 100 teachers from across the province, to discuss their perspectives and ideas on how to improve education. Application deadline is March 26, 2010. Apply today! To learn more about the conference and to apply online, click here.
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in the money
The Young Environmental Stewards (YES) Grant Program was created to help Alberta's young environmental leaders turn their dreams for a cleaner, healthier future into a reality. YES grants provide up to $5,000 to a single project undertaken by an individual or group of young people who are passionate about making Alberta a better place. To learn more about the grant, click here.Youth Environmental Engagement Grant Program
Schools, classrooms, clubs and youth groups are invited to apply for a micro-grants of $300 to support their environmental engagement activities. For more information, click here.
in the action
Young Environmental Leaders of AlbertaAlberta Youth Committee Members at Large
Apply today! Alberta Environment has a committee of Young Environmental Stewards who are 16 to 30 years old and represent the province. The committee is looking for youth members from all over Alberta to represent their community.
Deadline: March 31, 2010
Contact: yela.committee@gov.ab.ca
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