Eco Leadership Journey (WWF & Chantiers Jeunesse)
- Jovana Shrestha
- Nov 19, 2020
- 2 min read
Do you have a project regarding urban biodiversity but need resources or funding? The eco leadership journey is for you! Through this program you will be supported by WWF urban biodiversity specialists as well as leaders from Chantiers Jeunesse to bring your project to life. You will also be given a grant to fund your project. The Eco Leadership Journey will equip you with the tools and project management skills needed for future activities such as budgeting, project coordination, and networking.
The Eco Leadership Journey if open to youth aged 18-30 with projects that fit into one of the three categories:
1) Clean Up Projects : Clearing litter in your community from shorelines, ravines, or other spaces where wildlife strive.
2) Urban Biodiversity Project: For restoration projects such as planting or invasive species removal.
3) Education on Urban Biodiversity: For projects that aim to engage communities by promoting urban biodiversity.
The registration for this program is quite simple as you are simply required to answer a few questions regarding your project and ideas. Once submitted, if you're project is chosen, you will be contacted soon and begin planning!
Registration for this programs is currently closed, however, stay connected with WWF and Chantiers Jeunesse through their socials and sign up for their newsletter to stay updated on the next openings for project proposals!
I have one more month to go with my project, and though it is very time consuming, I am very pleased with how far I've come and feel much more confident organizing projects. I have also become more familiar with other aspects of projects I have not dealt with before such as budgeting and marketing. This is an incredible opportunity for people interested in bring their ideas to life and creating real change.
If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact me!
In the meantime here is the Eco Leadership Journey Link.
WWF and Chantiers Jeunesse Socials:
I applied when I first saw this opportunity which was actually the day before applications were due and created a project I thought would be a meaningful experience for citizens with no expectation of being chosen. However one of my favorite saying are YOLO and so, I applied! When there's a chance they say no, that means yes was always an option. So take action, don't hesitate.
Because together, we can make a difference.
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