Earth Force is excited to announce the 3rd annual Environmental Action Civics (EAC) Week: Ripples of Youth-Led Change! Join in April 28–May 2, 2025 for thoughtful discussions, student civic action presentations, and inspiring stories of community change. Grab your free tickets now! Thank you to the Bezos Family Foundation for their support of many of the events.

EAC Week is an all-virtual elevation of youth-adult partnerships that create real environmental change using civics. Engage in real-time with young people, educators, and organizations to learn how EAC is driving community change.

April 28, 2025—11:00 AM ET: Kickoff—Live with Earth Force—LinkedIn
Join Earth Force CEO Vince Meldrum for a live discussion of EAC Week 2025: Ripples of Youth-Led Change. RSVP on LinkedIn

April 28, 2025—1:00 PM ET: Civic Research Cafe
Join us for an engaging panel discussion with academic experts as we uncover the human stories behind impactful research and examine emerging studies in civic action and environmental education. Gain valuable insights to inform and inspire your efforts in driving meaningful change. RSVP to Civic Research Cafe

April 29, 2025—1:30 PM ET: RISE Challenge Colorado Celebration and Awards Ceremony
A showcase of Colorado youth action projects aimed at improving community resilience to natural hazards, with awards of up to $1,000 to these incredible students. Invite-only, please email Taylor Ruffin at truffin@earthforce.org for more information.

April 30, 2025—12:00 PM ET: EAC Lightning Talks
An inspiring one-hour session featuring 5-minute action stories from organizations implementing EAC, showcasing youth-driven solutions to environmental challenges. RSVP to EAC Lightning Talks

April 30, 2025—4:00 PM ET: Idea-a-thon
An interactive workshop where creativity takes the spotlight. Collaborate in breakout rooms with fellow changemakers, guided by seasoned practitioners and Earth Force staff, to brainstorm bold and innovative ways to implement Environmental Action Civics. RSVP for Idea-a-thon

May 1, 2025—2:30pm ET: Caring for Our Watersheds Chesapeake Bay Celebration and Awards Ceremony 
Join the finals ceremony and celebration of Environmental Action Civics in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, with prize money up to $1,000 and insights from students about their experiences. RSVP for Caring for Our Watersheds Chesapeake Bay Celebration and Awards Ceremony

Partner Events:

May 2–3, 2025 (in-person): Colorado Youth Climate Summit
A two-day educational experience combining informative plenary sessions and workshops. At the Summit, students will develop a climate action plan to implement solutions in their communities, aiming to earn the Seal of Climate Literacy. Learn more on the official webpage!