Alex Epstein co-founded the New York 2 New Orleans Coalition, a network of NYC high school students addressing parallel community struggles. After moving to Philadelphia for college, he co-founded

Alex Epstein co-founded the New York 2 New Orleans Coalition, a network of NYC high school students addressing parallel community struggles. After moving to Philadelphia for college, he co-founded The Philadelphia Urban Creators (PUC), an organization of young community organizers dedicated to fostering sustainable and equitable development from the ground up.

Epstein is a recipient of the prestigious Brower Youth Award. These awards recognize North American individuals aged 13 to 22 who demonstrate outstanding leadership on projects with significant positive environmental and social impact. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.

Leaders must be responsible for the Seventh Generation and all life. Creating a better future requires combining the visions of youth, the wisdom of elders, and practical solutions to global

Leaders must be responsible for the Seventh Generation and all life. Creating a better future requires combining the visions of youth, the wisdom of elders, and practical solutions to global challenges. This synergy unlocks the compassion, imagination, and creativity needed in our troubled times.

The Feather Project unites these elements – vision, wisdom, and action – to foster a just, peaceful, and sustainable future. Intergenerational dialogue and collaboration are crucial for this vital task. Join the Feather Project!

"The Little Wave: An Adventure in Earthly Care - Part One" is a beautifully illustrated, rhyming environmental story. It follows a little wave's journey, encountering creatures who explain

"The Little Wave: An Adventure in Earthly Care - Part One" is a beautifully illustrated, rhyming environmental story. It follows a little wave's journey, encountering creatures who explain humanity's misuse of natural resources. This book teaches readers of all ages that abusing our planet has consequences, yet even small positive changes can make a significant difference.

Authored by Stephen Lamoreaux, the story highlights the importance of educating children for the future of environmental protection.

Order your copy from Amazon or learn more at The Little Wave website. Thank you.

This short film by JustTV highlights the Fire Inside Program, an alternative Aboriginal Justice initiative in Winnipeg.

This short film by JustTV highlights the Fire Inside Program, an alternative Aboriginal Justice initiative in Winnipeg. It documents young men and women's journey to the Turtle Lodge last March.

At the Turtle Lodge, participants received spiritual names, underwent a two-day fast, and engaged in traditional teachings and ceremonies. Watch the video to hear the youth's own stories.

Ocean Elders was established to foster collaboration in ocean conservation.

Its distinguished members include

Ocean Elders was established to foster collaboration in ocean conservation.

Its distinguished members include Sir Richard Branson, Jackson Browne, Dr. Rita Colwell, Jean-Michel Cousteau, Dr. Sylvia A. Earle, Graeme Kelleher, Sven Lindblad, Her Majesty Queen Noor, Nainoa Thompson, Ted Turner, Captain Don Walsh, and Neil Young.

This short documentary takes you into the lives of four young Afghan children—Omid, Sanabar, Yasmina, and Fayaz. Devastated

This short documentary takes you into the lives of four young Afghan children—Omid, Sanabar, Yasmina, and Fayaz. Devastated by war and economic hardship, these children are their families' breadwinners, working jobs like washing cars, picking garbage, and selling food. Their first-hand accounts reveal an uncertain future for the country.

A DVD of this powerful film is available here.

Kelly Matheson, representing WITNESS, delivers a talk on atmospheric trust litigation (ATL) and the fundamental right to a sustainable living environment. Her presentation highlights critical

Kelly Matheson, representing WITNESS, delivers a talk on atmospheric trust litigation (ATL) and the fundamental right to a sustainable living environment. Her presentation highlights critical legal approaches to climate change.

Through compelling personal stories and illustrative videos, Matheson vividly demonstrates how climate change profoundly affects young people globally. This talk was originally published on August 2, 2012.

Tora Fisher is a New York-based singer-songwriter and performance artist. Her father founded the Fisher House Foundation,

Tora Fisher is a New York-based singer-songwriter and performance artist. Her father founded the Fisher House Foundation, a network of comfort homes for military families. Tora developed a keen interest in both the arts and this philanthropic work.

At 13, Tora was the sole survivor of a plane crash that killed her father and stepmother. Music and performance aided her recovery and pursuit of her dreams as a recording artist. She now supports the Fisher House Foundation by donating proceeds from her CDs.

As Tora aptly puts it, "it's not about what happened to me; it's about what's happening."

Climate change is a present reality, demanding urgent action from world leaders.

The Climate Reality Project, collaborating with WPP and UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, launched the

Climate change is a present reality, demanding urgent action from world leaders.

The Climate Reality Project, collaborating with WPP and UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, launched the #WhyWhyNot campaign. This initiative features young people asking "Why? Why Not?" to pressure leaders for meaningful carbon emission reduction commitments.

The campaign urges everyone to pose these fundamental questions to their networks and elected representatives, challenging inaction and vested interests until real change occurs.