We're on a mission to turn the tide on eco-anxiety & create the next generation of ocean leaders
Two-thirds of young Australians (67%) say climate concerns are having a negative impact on youth mental health. Mission Australia Youth Survey found that the environment has become the number one concern for youth.
With increased natural disasters, without helping this eco-anxiety issue, young Aussies are suffering in silence.
Young people want to understand what their role is in the rapid shift to renewable energy and a regenerative economy.
Surfers for Climate's Blue Minds Youth Program aims to address this by providing free expert-led workshops to high schools, TAFEs and universities. Students will gain insights from relatable young leaders who are actively making a difference and have extensive experience inspiring students.
An initiative by Surfers for Climate & The Good Human Factory.
What we offer
Free 1hr High School, TAFE & University Workshops
We have created an interactive 60-minute workshop designed to empower students and provide them with practical tools to address their environmental concerns. Workshops are available to schools, TAFEs and universities to create a wave of positive mental-health and ocean-health.
Fill out the Expression of Interest below to bring a Blue Minds Workshop to your school or university.
Leadership Building
We are empowering students with self-belief that they can make a difference. We delve into individual and community-based solutions, fostering a sense of agency and responsibility among students to contribute positively to their environment and community. Select students will also have the ability to continue their ocean leadership journey including a round-table discussion with community and political representatives where they will be able to have their voice heard.
Digital and Physical Resources
We have created an interactive 60-minute workshop designed to empower students and provide them with practical tools to address their environmental concerns.
After a successful Queensland Pilot we are taking the program nationally to deliver workshops to select schools, TAFEs and universities to create a wave of positive mental-health and ocean-health.
Community Events
Creating engaging community events, for example outdoor film screenings and beach clean ups to foster intergenerational collaboration and build community around positive mental-health and ocean-health.