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Young Climate Champions
CalCenter's newest initiative, the Young Climate Champions (YCC) program energizes high school students in the Greater Sacramento area to dive into the pressing challenges of climate change & learn innovative solutions directly from experts!
Applications for the 2025-26 YCC Cohort are closed. If you would still like to attend sessions, check out the session schedule below!
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Session Topics
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STEM careers
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Sustainable practices
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Native habitat preservation
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Renewable energy
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Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge
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Climate justice
Program Details
Requirements
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High School Student
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Local to Greater Sacramento Area
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Commit to at least 6 out of 8 sessions (virtual & in-person)
Session Information
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August 27 to April 22
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8 sessions in total
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One Wednesday a month, 5 PM - 6:15 PM
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$500 stipend offered upon program completion!
Session
Schedule
8/27, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
CAL FIRE
Battalion Chief David Acuna will discuss wildfire readiness, defensible spaces, and careers with CAL FIRE.
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9/24, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Sierra Service Project
Director of Sustainability Max Rosa will discuss green workforce development with the Sacramento Sustainability Academy.​
Register Here
10/29, 5 PM - 6:15 PM
Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Ethnobiology
YCC Coordinator Atlas Jackmon will present about the importance of Traditional Ecological Knowledge in cultivating climate resilient landscapes.
Register Here
11/19, 5 PM - 6:15 PM
Air Quality Management District
Brianna Moland and Roberto Ramirez from Sacramento Metro Air Quality Management District will discuss mobility and adapting to extreme heat.
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12/17, 5 PM - 6:15 PM
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