About Us
Youth-led. Planetary Health. Global impact.
We are a youth-led organization within the Planetary Health global community, created to expand global understanding of planetary health concept as a public health concept, the relationship between the health of human populations and the natural systems we depend on.
We are a diverse group of young people from countries around the world, including Azerbaijan, Indonesia, Ecuador, Germany, the Netherlands, Canada, Rwanda, Nigeria, Turkey, Kenya, and the United States. Our focus is simple: make planetary health more visible, practical, and youth-powered. We do this by:
- Delivering accessible education through trainings and capacity-building;
- Launching youth-led planetary health projects;
- Carrying out youth-led research around planetary health;
- Supporting the creation of planetary health clubs in school systems;
- Engaging new organizations and people in planetary health through the Planetary Health Alliance;
- Organizing global dialogues, including at the United Nations level; and
- Collaborating with organizations — formal and informal — worldwide.
By mobilizing youth and building local-to-global networks, we aim to spread knowledge about and action around planetary health worldwide so more communities can learn, lead, and act for a sustainable future.
Working together towards a healthier humanity and a healthier planet.
Vision & Mission
What drives us every day
Our Vision
A generation of empowered youth safeguarding planetary health so people and ecosystems can thrive, everywhere.
Our Mission
To mobilize, educate, and empower young people worldwide within planetary health by building awareness, creating leadership pathways, implementing research projects, strengthening school and community systems, and expanding youth clubs promoting planetary health.
Our Community
Hundreds of members and volunteers
Among us are artists, communicators, academics, students, scientists, and business and political leaders. Together, we are committed to reaching every individual and helping to build the skills needed to confront planetary crises.
Healthy Planet, Healthy Minds and Brains: Science for Resilient Cities and Communities
We hosted a side event at the UN Science, Technology and Innovation Forum, exploring the interconnection between planetary crisis, brain health, and mental well-being — especially among young people.
Our expert speakers shared powerful, evidence-backed perspectives on how environmental degradation damages brain and mental health, with cascading consequences for economies, security, and future societies.
"Mental and brain health must be integrated into urban planning, climate policy, and sustainable development frameworks."
Watch the full event videoSpeakers
Dr. Joshua Wortzel
Dr. Maria Neira
Ms. Toni-Shae Freckleton
Ms. Leyla McCurdy
Dr. Rym Ayadi
Amb. Hamad Sayyar
May 5, 2026
UN STI Forum
New York
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