MEET THE TEAM

FOUNDER
Executive Director
(she/her)

“I started this movement because I believed in the power of our youth’s voices and knew the impact we could have. Systemic change needs to happen, and we are taking the necessary steps.”

Director of Operations
(she/her)

“Education is essential for equipping people with the tools required to address climate-related issues facing them today, but also for empowering and uniting communities to build a better and more sustainable future. OY4C is building the momentum to do that. My background in Biomedical Engineering has encouraged me to protect and improve the welfare of all living things. To me, the climate crisis is the most urgent threat to life today, and I am driven to be part of the solution.”

Director of Community
(she/her)

“Communities are the heartbeat of climate action. I believe in OY4C's mission to harness the power of climate education to inspire collective leadership and action in local communities to create a future that's both sustainable and just.”

Director of Curriculum
(she/her)

“Climate education is for everyone, and is fundamental in shaping future generations that care for our planet and conserve its resources. I joined OY4C because I am proud to promote its important message and drive change for a healthy planet and people!“

Director of Partnerships
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to work with other young people to educate our community about environmental issues. As climate change will inevitable affect our generation the most, I believe broadcasting youth voices and contributing to youth-led activist organizations are crucial in moving towards a more sustainable future. “

Director of Media
(she/her)

“I believe that climate education is key to real climate action, and OY4C’s mission speaks to that. Getting to support it through storytelling and media strategy feels like the perfect meeting point of two things I really care about.”

Co-Head of Operations
(she/her)

“Understanding a problem is the first step to dismantling it. OY4C’s mission equips our youth with the context and knowledge they need to combat a problem as complex as the climate crisis, both personally and professionally, contributing to lasting systemic change - that is a movement I want to be a part of.”

Administrative Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I think that educating our youth on the climate crisis is the only way to truly target it; if we have the knowledge, then we have the power to do something.”

Administrative Coordinator
(he/they)

“I believe that change comes from ordinary people, and OY4C provides a great platform for exactly that. I want to help in spreading climate education wherever possible since it is so fundamental for people in order to both understand the world around them and find space for meaningful change.”

Head of Recruitment
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe in raising awareness about the climate and providing accessible education. I want to contribute to the organisation’s smooth running so it can continue inspiring others and advocating for a more climate-conscious future.“

Recruitment Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe in the need to integrate climate education into classrooms to prepare the future generations to address such an encompassing global issue, and to strive for sustainable and fair futures for the common good. To achieve climate justice, there is a need for an integrated and intersectional climate education.”

Recruitment Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because i want to take action in climate change while meeting different people and inspire the people around me, where together we could help the world create a better, a more sustainable future.”

Recruitment Coordinator
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I love seeing young people come together to make a real difference. As Recruitment Coordinator, I’m excited to meet new members, hear their stories, and help them find ways to get involved and feel part of our community.”

Campaign Manager
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I believe in the power of environmental education to help young people reconnect actionably with nature which sometimes feels far away in urban cities!”

Head of Fundraising
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to help spread awareness on climate change, and intersectional environmentalism. I want to spread compassion and kindness which goes hand in hand with most social issues today.”

Grant Writer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to help support the creation of accessible, current, and accurate educational materials that can support our schools on a global scale. ”

Grants Writer
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C to contribute to this inspiring movement, fostering education, collaboration, and collective change on a global scale.”

Data Analyst
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C to be part of a dynamic community of young leaders committed to creating meaningful and lasting social impact. I strongly believe in the power of education to drive change and in protecting nature as a responsibility toward future generations.”

Data Analyst
(she/her)

“I joined to team up with young people from around the world to help protect our future through climate education.”

Data Analyst
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I believe young people have the power to drive bold and transformative change and I wanted to be part of a community that doesn’t just talk about making a difference, but actually does it. Being here means turning passion into purpose, and ideas into action.“

Data Analyst
(he/him)

"I joined OY4C because I think it's important to actively engage with the climate change issue and volunteer rather than just talk about it. Climate education is especially important since many people do not act on climate change due to a lack of knowledge.”

Data Analyst
(she/her)

"I joined Our Youth for Climate because, coming from a climate-vulnerable country, I consider it my responsibility to take action and translate my learnings and findings into tangible impact. I’m passionate about using data to drive meaningful climate solutions and raise awareness about the challenges my community faces.”

Data Analyst
(She/her)

“After finishing my degree in Conservation Biology & Ecology I wanted to continue working in the climate/environment space. OY4C 's focus on highlighting young people's voices and education in the fight for climate justice was a stance I admired and felt was a meaningful cause to contribute towards.”

Volunteer Coordinator
(he/him)

“I joined Our Youth 4 The Climate because I believe young people have a powerful role to play in addressing the climate crisis when equipped with the right knowledge and skills. OY4C resonates with my values, as it champions systems change and uses education as a driving force for sustainable solutions.”

Head of Outreach
she/her

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to do a real job that made the world a better place and was in line with my values. Helping to protect the planet, educating and raising awareness among young people, working with people my own age... It was the perfect opportunity for me.“

Curriculum Organiser
(she/her)

“I've always been interested in the environment, and as I grew, I wanted to be part of something that helps shape young minds. I joined OY4C because I believe in their vision that education is the key to empowering students to take action and work towards a more sustainable future.“

Head of Curriculum Integration & Writer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I am passionate about making widespread change that will ultimately save the planet and positively impact the lives of all living beings. OY4C is single-handedly changing the game in climate education and giving back power to the people.”

Function Head of Partnerships
(he/him)

“I joined OY4C because, after graduating, I felt motivated to be part of a productive movement for change and the greater good of the planet. I believe that OY4C will go on to educate and inspire many young individuals around the world.“

Function Head of Media

(she/her)

“Joining OY4C finally gave me a meaningful, fulfilling, and impactful way to improve the current climate situation and combat climate disinformation. I am also learning about taking on responsibility and leadership roles which is incredibly useful.”

Function Head of Research
(she/her)

“I joined because I wanted to work with like-minded people my age to make a difference. I love what we are doing and really hope to influence others to be more sustainable.”

Function Head of Curriculum
(she/her)

I believe that it is important for us to make a change when it comes to educating the youth about the environment and climate change, and joining OY4C has allowed me to do this. I have also been able to connect with more people who have the same passions as me.

Lead Curriculum Teacher
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C because I am passionate about delivering high-quality education, mentoring fellow facilitators, and contributing to youth-led initiatives that create meaningful social impact.”

Function Head of Writing
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C because I wanted to be part of something. Eco-anxiety was making me feel more stressed every day, and I knew that to feel better I had to stand up for my beliefs and take action. By being a small part of something bigger we can all incite radical change on a global scale and this was my chance to do so.”

Head of Content & Writer
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C as I felt it was time to move beyond what I can do as an individual to address the climate crisis and push for changes on collective levels. Through education and community-building we can begin to have constructive conversations about the climate crisis, advocate for a better future, converting climate anxiety into climate hope. "

Head of Video
(she/her)

"I joined OY4C to meet new people with the same goal: take action about climate change. I believe together we can make a positive impact on the world, and the best way to start is by giving proper education to the youth who will become the future of the planet we want to save."

Head of Design & Content Creator & Assistant Teacher
(she/her)

“I joined OY4C to advocate for climate action and help bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public understanding, ensuring information is accessible to all.”