What we do
Since 2014, 2050 Climate Group has been working to empower Scotland’s Young Leaders to lead action on tackling our climate crisis.
We believe today’s young people are crucial to building a fairer, more sustainable future. We are instilling a sense of responsibility in Scotland’s future leaders, equipping them with the skills and knowledge that they require to collectively lead Scotland in the transition to a just and sustainable society.
Our areas of focus
Skills and Understanding
We equip young people with the skills and understanding they need to grow and to become leaders
Community
We’re building a community of young people supporting each other to make a difference
Voice
We empower young people to find and use their voice in order to influence policy and to help shape the climate conversation
How we work
We are a youth-led and volunteer-driven organisation with over 50 volunteers based across Scotland
Our committed Board of Trustees focuses on the strategic aims of our charity while developing new, exciting opportunities with partners in Scotland and abroad. Our amazing Operational Volunteers are responsible for developing and delivering our core work. Our dedicated Staff Team are responsible for the day-to-day running of 2050 Climate Group.
EQUALITY, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is important to us.
Climate Leaders come from all backgrounds, all walks of life and have different lived experiences. We want everyone to feel welcomed, supported and represented as we work together to create a just and sustainable society. We know there are barriers to participating in climate action and we are working together to dismantle them. We will keep learning, reflecting and challenging ourselves along the way.
Our Participation Fund
We cannot tackle the climate emergency without also tackling inequality. We understand that there can be financial barriers to taking part in activities, so we have a fund to support everyone to be able to attend our events. Our “Participation Fund” refers to funding provided to attendees of our events/projects to help make sure they are not excluded from participating due to financial constraints.
The Participation Fund covers (but is not limited to) items such as:
Transport - we always encourage people to use public transport but understand this does not always meet an individual’s needs
Accommodation - if you need to travel a long distance we can support overnight accommodation to break up your journey
Childcare costs - raising the future generation is a big deal we want parents included in shaping the world their children will inherit
Costs associated with temporary digital connections to allow individuals to join virtually should this be a preferred format.
The Participation Fund operates by reimbursing costs incurred for any participation in a 2050 Climate Group event/project. If however, you are unable to afford the costs we can purchase the items needed on your behalf. Details of how to claim through the Participation Fund will be shared directly with attendees of any 2050 Climate Group event.
Our strategic vision
Our Board of Trustees oversee our strategic plans.
Together with our inspiring volunteer subgroups and small (but mighty) staff team, our Board have developed our 2023-2026 strategic plan with a focus on diverse participation.
Our awards
Every award we receive reinforces our determination to achieve our vision
Winner
Finalist
who we work with
We work with funders, partners and supporters across the public, private and third sector including…
support us
As a charity, we rely on donations, fundraising and volunteer time to continue to do what we do
With more funding and support, we will be able to expand our work to create more opportunities for young people, and embed youth leadership in cross-sector action on climate action
