Our own research revealed that 60% of young people experience eco-anxiety. Emotions related to the climate crisis are entirely rational and natural, but need to be validated and explored so that we can harness them for good.
Together, we will identify healthy ways to manage eco-anxiety. By equipping students with practical tools and a fresh mindset, we will empower them to take positive action for the planet and to find their own sense of belonging within the climate movement. While our session specifically explores mental health in relation to the climate crisis, the tools we give students can be applied to all aspects of their life.
BIG QUESTIONS
Am I alone in my concern for the planet?
What am I responsible for?
How can I nurture my mental health to fuel my campaigns?
WORKSHOP ACTIVITIES
Sharing circle: the opportunity for students to voice how the climate crisis impacts their life.
Grounding exercises: how centring yourself in nature can help to reduce stress and anxiety.
Find your ‘ikigai’ within the climate movement: ikigai is a Japanese word which refers to the sense of wellbeing which arises from fulfilling your own unique purpose and passion.
How to create a community.
Designing vision boards: imagining what a sustainable future looks like to you, and working backwards to find the steps you can take to get there.
Our workshops are backed by leading climate and education scientists, and are just the right blend of inspiration, information and interaction. Students who have taken part in our workshops have gone on to start their own initiatives, fundraising events and volunteering positions.
Everyone has a part to play in climate action, so it’s important to us that our workshops are accessible to everyone. We’re adapting our workshops for SEND schools, and working with our Youth Advisory Group to ensure that our activities reflect the needs of all young people. Workshops are fully funded for state schools and most youth groups, and are designed for KS3-KS5.
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