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Initial Gathering & Concluding RoundtableA virtual youth gathering for West Virginia youth will be held May 15, 6-7pm. The gathering will allow participants to discuss climate justice, action and stewardship. This one-hour initial gathering is for anyone interested in the mini-grant climate program.
A concluding roundtable and video showcase will be held in early 2023. This concluding roundtable will feature the perspectives, insights and lessons learned from the youth groups participating in the mini-grant program. Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I register if I am not part of a youth group?
Yes, but the mini-grants are intended for youth groups affiliated with a faith community. Do we have to attend the online event in order to apply for the mini-grant? Yes, participating in the event is important. We want to hear from you about your hopes, dreams and fears about climate change. The gathering should help inform the action project that your groups wants to take on. What if only one person from my youth group can attend the online event? That’s fine. Just as long as you have a representative from your group present during the event. What kind of project does my group need to do? The sky is the limit. We want you to use your creativity to come up with a great project. Do we need to do a video as part of our project? A video or other type of presentation (e..g, audio, slide show) is needed. Anything that can help tell the story of your project. |
Mini-Grant ProgramMini-grants up to $500 will be offered the West Virginia youth groups (middle and high school faith groups). Each awardee will be required to complete a climate action project before the end of 2022 as well as provide a short presentation on their project during an early 2023 virtual youth gathering.
RegisterTo register for the event, click here. Once you are registered, you will receive a zoom link. Deadline to register: May 13, 2022
Do we need to do a video as part of our project?
A video or other type of presentation (e..g, audio, slide show) is needed. Anything that can help tell the story of your project. What type of faith communities are eligible to participate? We welcome all faiths to participate. What is the deadline for application for the mini-grants? June 15, 2022 When will we know if we are receiving a mini-grant? Announcements of grants will be made June 25, 2022 When does our project have to be completed? December 15, 2022 How will the videos or presentations be used? We will showcase all of the videos and presentations during a follow up virtual gathering in early 2023. |
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Sponsored by: West Virginia Council of Churches, West Virginia Interfaith Power & Light, Community Lutheran Partners and the National Religious Partnership for the Environment
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