Young Champions of the Earth
Invent the future
Are you a change-maker, rain-maker, ground-breaker?
Do you see opportunity where others see crisis? Do you want to change
the world? Young Champions of the Earth aims to celebrate and support
individuals aged between 18 and 30 who have outstanding potential to
create a positive environmental impact.
Lead a new wave
Global warming is forcing our societies, our
economies and our world to change. Our ways of doing business,
our careers and our job opportunities need to change, too.
With this change comes an unprecedented opportunity
for brave entrepreneurs and trend-setting role models to take
action, to carve their place in a new and greener economy, to pioneer
revolutionary technology and radical innovations, and to lead a new wave of green careers.
We’re searching for you!
In 2020, seven young people – selected from every
global region – will be named Young Champions of the Earth. These
winners receive seed funding, intensive training and tailored mentoring
to bring their big environmental ideas to life. We’re looking for
artists, scientists, economists, communicators and entrepreneurs from
all walks of life who have big, bold ideas – for the environment, for
humanity, for a greener future.
Whose big idea will change the world?
Shortlisted finalists from every region will be
selected following an open call for applications. A Global Jury will
then choose seven winners. Each winner is expected to implement their
big idea and keep UNEP updated on their progress by producing videos and
blogs that we will share on our website. Winners will also be given
funding to support their communication efforts throughout the year, so
that they can produce high-quality materials to share with our
audiences.
Download the Young Champions of the Earth information brochure
What do the Young Champions of the Earth receive?
The prize
In 2020, seven Young Champions of the Earth will be
selected from each global region: Africa, Europe, Latin America and the
Caribbean, North America, West Asia and two from Asia and the Pacific.
Each winner will receive:
- US$15,000 in seed funding
- US$9,000 to communicate and capture your idea and
document and broadcast the stories of hope and change that you’re
catalyzing on the ground - Attendance at a high-level UN meeting
- An introduction to dignitaries at the Champions of the Earth award ceremony
- Publicity and recognition through interviews and online and global media
- Access to a community of experts offering insights and mentoring
- Participation in an entrepreneurial training program
The 2020 Young Champions of the Earth will be
required to share their journeys through videos and blogs on this
website for up to one year.
The community
More than just an honorary title, the Young
Champions of the Earth prize aims to nurture the next generation of
environmental leaders. Applicants who demonstrate a strong willingness
to learn will be granted access to mentoring and skill-building
opportunities and to a community of like-minded entrepreneurs and
experts.
Are you ready to take action?
If you have a bright vision for the future of our planet, you can become a Young Champion of the Earth!
for more information please open this link
https://www.unenvironment.org/youngchampions/about
