Youth Lead the Charge for Climate Action at The Wild Center’s Adirondack Youth Climate Summit
November 7 & 8, 2024 at The Wild Center
Tupper Lake, N.Y. – Over 100 high school students from across Northern New York State will convene at The Wild Center for the Adirondack Youth Climate Summit 2024. The Summit is an immersive two-day experience designed to equip and inspire young people to address climate change in their communities. Taking place on November 7-8, this year’s summit combines hands-on workshops, engaging plenary sessions, and networking opportunities with peers and environmental leaders, creating an inspiring climate action event.
Throughout the summit, students will create individualized Climate Action Plans to bring back to their schools and communities to drive tangible climate solutions. The summit aims to empower these young leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to champion climate resilience and foster sustainable change.
Keynote Speaker Jerome Foster II: The summit will feature keynote speaker Jerome Foster II, a prominent environmental justice activist and social entrepreneur known for his role as a Fridays for Future organizer and as the youngest-ever White House Advisor. Foster, co-founder of Waic Up and a tireless advocate for climate justice, brings his experience of activism, civic engagement, and policy influence to inspire a new generation of climate advocates.
Interactive Learning and Real-World Application: Participants will have access to over 15 workshops led by climate experts, educators, and peers, covering topics from renewable energy to environmental justice and sustainable practices. Workshops will run in five concurrent sessions, allowing students to choose activities most relevant to their climate interests and community needs.
The Adirondack Youth Climate Summit is where young leaders will take the reins to create a sustainable future and forge meaningful climate action in their communities. For more information, visit wildcenter.org/youthclimate.