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Green Leaders: Summary Report

Green Leaders: Summary Report (5.6 MB)

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Introduction

This report summarises the Green Leaders programme, delivered by Groundwork UK as part of the Our Bright Future portfolio. The programme helped young people to:

  • develop leadership skills

  • take environmental action

  • influence their local communities

  • achieve a net gain in improving the environment

It’s aimed at funders, practitioners and policymakers interested in youth leadership and community‑based environmental action.

Findings

The evaluation found that the Green Leaders programme successfully equipped young people with knowledge, confidence and skills to lead environmental action. Participants increased their understanding of climate change, green jobs and sustainable behaviours.

Over 975 young people carried out projects across 6 areas with activities including: tree planting and maintenance

  • installing bird boxes

  • litter picking

  • local food growing

  • hedgerow conservation

  • school garden development

Communities benefited from stronger youth leadership, more positive perceptions of young people and increased interest in environmental activities.

The programme demonstrated that youth‑led and environment‑led delivery models can both achieve meaningful outcomes.