The U.S. Roots & Shoots National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) is an example of what is possible when the imagination and passion of young people motivated to make positive change is unleashed. Since 1991, Dr Jane and JGI’s Roots & Shoots have inspired generations of young people like you to grow up knowing you have the power to create change. Today, in the face of challenging times, you are a beacon of hope and they want your spark to light up the whole world.
The NYLC is your chance to be part of a group of passionate young leaders from around the United States to learn, grow your spark, and collaborate. What’s more, members of the NYLC create friendships and memories that last a lifetime.
Looking for fully-funded opportunities, install the Youth Opportunities Android or iOS App here.
Here are some important things you need to do before completing the application form:
- Discuss the decision to apply to the National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) with a parent(s)/ guardian. If you are offered a spot on the 2021 NYLC council your parent or guardian must complete an NYLC Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement Form.
- Decide and talk to the person who will be completing your recommendation form. You will be asked for their email and supplied a web address where they can go to complete this process. Please advise your recommender that it is a simple online form. No prep work or letter is required. It is your responsibility to make sure that they are on top of your form. This is a mandatory step in this process.
- As part of this application, they ask that you provide a creative piece. You are free to provide any type of creative submission. Past entries have included project videos, photo/visual scrapbooks, writing samples, and links to performance pieces. Be prepared to submit your creative piece.
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United StatesBenefits
- Gain essential, resume building skills in service learning to create impactful community projects;
- Grow compassionate leadership traits to support other young people in being changemakers;
- Receive mentorship and professional development from influential leaders and experts across fields;
- Obtain media training and learn how to use digital tools to inspire action;
- Learn how to tell your story, present on issues you care about, and connect people to your passions;
- Participate in training including interviewing and public speaking to represent Roots & Shoots across the country (and in some instances, globally!) for events and media and;
- Inspire this and the next generation to take action on behalf of people, other animals and the environment they share.
Eligibilities
- Young people ages 12-18 (grades 8th-11th) by Jan 2021, who are current residents of the United States. (must be a U.S. resident).
- Inspired young changemakers, especially Roots & Shoots members, who are doing a project to solve a problem, and/or part of a local Roots & Shoots group or other organizations.
- Youth members who are passionate about the work of Roots & Shoots and the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), excited about being mentors to the Roots & Shoots network and to act as the youth voice of JGI.
Application Process
You can apply through the Apply Now link.
Looking for fully-funded opportunities, install the Youth Opportunities Android or iOS App here.
Application Deadline: October 16, 2020
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