About the 2008 Global Climate Change Summit for Youth & Educators
Youth CAN’s interest in hosting a Global Climate Change Summit is to inform ourselves and others about global warming; to create opportunities to foster activism; and to build a coalition of youth and educators who will continue to work together in the fight against global warming. The Summit is open to students in grades 7-12 as well as to the educators of students in grades 7-12. All who register (online) will be entered into a drawing for great door prizes such as iPods, gift certificates, and more. There will be green vendors and grassroots displays, as well as climate change speakers and workshops. At the 2007 Summit, over 225 students, from 47 different schools across the greater metropolitan area attended. Space at the 2008 Summit is limited, so register early, and make sure to sign up soon for the particular workshops that you hope to attend!

Taking Action Together, Action Grants
During the Summit, there will be several activities aimed at inspiring students and educators to take ongoing action against global warming! In partnership with the National Wildlife Federation, Youth CAN hopes to offer Summit participants the opportunity to apply for Action Grants to promote groups taking action in their own schools or community. We will also be working with Summit participants to expand the youth climate action network, and with educators to create a coalition willing to on promoting climate change curriculum in secondary schools. At last year’s summit, students made Public Service Announcements about climate change that may be viewed at: http://www.blsyouthcan.org/Photos_%26_Video.html