
Environmental Allies
HOW OFTEN DO YOU GET TO TAKE CHARGE AND LEAD REAL CHANGE?
Convert your passion for conservation into action with Cincinnati Nature Center’s FREE 3-month Environmental Ally program!

Registration now closed for Spring 2022 session
WHO
Are you 13–17 and care about nature? Want to make a difference for the environment? This group is for you!
WHAT
Each week, hear from guest speakers and spend time with mentors to work on a project that benefits conservation in your school, community, or the world!
WHERE
Online
WHEN
Monday evenings, 7–8 pm, February–April (12 hours total)
WHY
In this program, you’ll receive:
• Mentorship from local environmental advocates and organizations
• Resources to help bring your ideas to life
• Funding opportunities
• Potential to fulfill school requirements (ex: community service hours, extra credit, etc.) • A great addition to your resume to land your dream job or nail your college application
• And, did we mention... It’s FREE!
MEETING TOPICS
February 7: The 3 W’s (Welcome, What, and Why)
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Who are you? What do you care about? Why?
February 14: Find Your Focus
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Explore environmental issues in need of an ally.
February 21: Find Your Voice
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Learn to leverage your voice and strengths for nature.
February 28: Right Place, Right Community
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Find people to help your cause.
March 7: Solid Plan
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Get input from stakeholders.
March 14: Army of Allies
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True change requires others to modify their behavior, but how do we get them on our team?
March 21: Be SMART
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Are your goals Specific, Measurable, Assignable, Realistic, and Time-based?
March 28: Be SMART (Continued)
April 4: Mind on the Money
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Create a budget and apply for funds.
April 11: We Got Your Back
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Gain buy-in from others.
April 18: Troubleshooting
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Work through the kinks and bring your ideas to fruition.
April 25: Tell Your Story
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Recount your story to others in a way that inspires.