AWARD WINNING SUMMER TRAINING PROGRAM COMES TO TEXAS
For the 3rd year running, ReEnergize Texas will help bring one of the top training programs for young environmentalists to Texas. And, we’re working with our friends in Louisiana to host another training there so that students from Texas have another convenient training in our region!
The Sierra Student Coalition’s “Summer Program” (Sprog for short), is a week-long peer-to-peer trainings led by the nation’s top youth organizers. Develop your grassroots organizing and leadership skills, network and bond with fellow students, engage in fun activities and enjoy tasty vegetarian cooking (the low carbon diet for the climate). Our sites allow you to enjoy activities like spending time in the woods, swimming, hanging out around a campfire, etc. Not only will you come away changed, you’ll have the skills and confidence to be a FORCE for CHANGE!
LEARN TO LEAD:
- Grassroots Organizing: How to start and run an effective youth organization. We cover everything from recruitment, to running a meeting, to developing new leaders to ensure that your organization continues once you graduate.
- Campaign Strategy & Planning: How to plan, implement, and run an effective environmental campaign. We use the Sierra Club Matrix to teach the most essential skills needed to effect real change. Later in the week you’ll get a change to practice your skills.
- Communication Skills: How to define your message and get it across confidently and persuasively to the media, to fellow group members, and to the public.
- Guest Speakers: Meet some amazing special guests–Sierra Club experts, leaders of the movement, and experts on various aspects of climate and energy justice.
Of course, the program isn’t all work and no play. In addition to the main focus of the program, you can expect to enjoy:
The beautiful surroundings of a serene location
Hikes, games, and energizing evening activities
Delicious vegetarian cooking
The company and friendship of like-minded youth