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# Greening Youth Foundation

To engage under-represented youth and young adults

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://gyfoundation.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Blog](https://gyfoundation.org/blog/)
- [Greening Youth Foundation Africa’s New Corporate Office](https://gyfoundation.org/greening-youth-foundation-africas-new-corporate-office/) - Greening Youth Foundation Africa is excited to announce the anticipated move into the new continent office located in Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria.
- [GYFA Collaboration With TenderVille School, Lekki Lagos Nigeria.](https://gyfoundation.org/gyfa-collaboration-with-tenderville-school-lekki-lagos-nigeria/) - Tenderville School Lekki proudly announces a new Environmental Education partnership with Greening Youth Foundation Africa(GYFA).
- [18 YEARS IN ATLANTA WITH ANGELOU EZEILO](https://gyfoundation.org/18-years-in-atlanta-with-angelou-ezeilo/) - What’s the first thing that pops into your mind when you think of the environmental sector? Probably old men and women sitting at round tables and discussing the impending effects of climate change. Boring right? Ever heard of Youth Leaders in Conservation? I’ll take a pause here to introduce our guest for today.
- [Introducing The Greening Youth Foundation Africa Solar Training Project With MacTay Consulting!](https://gyfoundation.org/introducing-the-greening-youth-foundation-africa-solar-training-project-with-mactay-consulting/) - We are excited to share the news that Greening Youth Foundation Africa, in collaboration with MacTay Consulting, is embarking on its first-ever project - the Solar Training Project! This groundbreaking initiative aims to empower aspiring individuals with cutting-edge expertise and practical experience in the renewable energy sector, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly future.
- [Greening Youth Foundation North America Announces New Leadership Team](https://gyfoundation.org/greening-youth-foundation-north-america-announces-new-leadership-team/) - We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you. The Greening Youth Foundation North America is proud to announce our new leadership team, who will guide us into an even brighter future. With their expertise and passion, we are confident that we will continue to make a significant impact on underserved and underrepresented communities, leading the way towards greater access to sustainable jobs, and careers in conservation.

## Pages

- [Home](https://gyfoundation.org/) - The Greening Youth Foundation’s (GYF) mission is to engage under-represented youth and young adults while connecting them to the outdoors and careers in conservation. GYF’s cultural-based environmental education programming engages children from local communities and exposes them to healthy lifestyle choices in order to create an overall healthy community.
- [Founder](https://gyfoundation.org/founder/) - Home » Founder Angelou Ezeilo Founder Angelou Ezeilo, J.D. is a 2016 Ashoka Fellow, social entrepreneur, and international systems change leader working at the intersection of environmental sustainability, equity, and youth empowerment. She currently serves as Co-President of Ashoka Africa and Vice President of Empathy and Childhood Strategy, leading operations across 24 African countries and
- [GY Africa Contact](https://gyfoundation.org/gy-africa-contact/) - Home » GY Africa Contact Get in touch with us +2347031266574 +2348055672317 infoafrica@gyfoundation.org 287a Akin Olugbade Street, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria. Have a question? We are here to help! Use our contact form to send a message and we'll reach back out in 24 to 48 hours. We look forward to hearing from you! First
- [Contact us](https://gyfoundation.org/contact-us/) - Home » Contact us Get in touch with us Greening Youth Foundation - North America +404 254 4827 +877 671 3142 contact@gyfoundation.org 50 Hurt Plaza SE Suite 980 Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Greening Youth Foundation - Africa +234 805 567 2317 infoafrica@gyfoundation.org 3rd floor, Mulliner Towers, Alfred Rewane Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. Have a question? We are
- [About Us](https://gyfoundation.org/about-us/) - About us Home » About Us Mission Statement GYF’s environmental education programming engages children from local communities and exposes them to healthy lifestyle choices in order to create an overall healthy community. Join our Newsletter for updates We promise not to spam👌 Subscribe
- [Donate](https://gyfoundation.org/donate/) - Play Video
- [GYF Africa](https://gyfoundation.org/gyf-africa/) - Greening Youth Foundation Africa The Greening Youth Foundation Africa’s (GYFA) purpose is to involve young people who are often underrepresented, while helping them connect with the natural world and careers linked to taking care of our environment. GYFA’s education programs are rooted in local cultures and involve children from nearby communities, helping them learn about healthy
- [Privacy Policy](https://gyfoundation.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Who we are Suggested text: Our website address is: https://gyfoundation.org/ Comments Suggested text: When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also
- [About GYF Africa](https://gyfoundation.org/about-gy-africa/) - About GYF Africa Home » About GYF Africa Mission Statement According to The World Bank Country Census, as of 2021, Nigeria has a population of 213 million people. That’s just 118 million less than the United States. In 2006, Nigeria overtook Russia in population due in part to one of the fasted growing birth rates
- [The Board](https://gyfoundation.org/the-board/) - Leadership Renee Alston-Maisonet Chief Development Officer North America Renee Alston-Maisonet is an unlikely conservationist. She has been referred to by... View Danine Knowles Hodge Chief Financial Officer, North America Danine Knowles Hodge affinity for the outdoors comes from her childhood days... View Shatiba Bradley Chief Operating Officer North America Shatiba is a management professional with
- [Danine Knowles Hodge](https://gyfoundation.org/danine-knowles-hodge-2/) - Danine Knowles Hodge affinity for the outdoors comes from her childhood days of spending summers in the Bahamas near the beach and in Orlando Florida where her uncle owned an orange grove. Spending time outdoors with her sisters and family was something that she always enjoyed. Helping her uncle pick the oranges and keep the
- [Renee Alston-Maisonet](https://gyfoundation.org/renee-alston-maisonet-2/) - Renee Alston-Maisonet is an unlikely conservationist. She has been referred to by her friends as a “city girl gone wild”, wild for the outdoors! This shift happened a little over 7 years ago while working at one of the top radio stations in Atlanta. This is where she met a “now” friend who invited her
- [Staff](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/)

## GYF Africa Staff

- [James Ezeilo](https://gyfoundation.org/gyf-africa-staff/james-ezeilo/)
- [Israel Uche](https://gyfoundation.org/gyf-africa-staff/israel-uche/)
- [Jude Isong](https://gyfoundation.org/gyf-africa-staff/jude-isong/)
- [Victory Osigwe](https://gyfoundation.org/gyf-africa-staff/victory-osigwe/)

## GYF Africa Program

- [Solar Technicians Training](https://gyfoundation.org/gy-africa-program/solar-technicians-training/) - Our Solar Technicians Training Program in Nigeria is specifically designed to empower underrepresented youth by providing them with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers in the conservation and renewable energy sectors. This program not only promotes the transition to renewable energy in Nigeria but also aims to create a diverse and inclusive workforce in the conservation space.

## GY Africa Events

- [International Climate Fellowship](https://gyfoundation.org/gy-africa-events/international-climate-fellowship/) - They will be attending a conference titled International Conference on Renewable Energy Integration Technologies and Applications (ICREITA). Happening on the 3rd - 4th September 2024

## The Staff

- [Mikeriya Bond](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/mikeriya-bond/) - Mikeriya K. Bond was born in Macon, Georgia and raised in the Metro Atlanta area. Interestingly, she did not begin to talk until she was 2 ½ years old. As a teen still struggling to find
- [Melanie Thomas](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/melanie-thomas/) - Melanie Thomas is a dedicated Development Manager at Greening Youth Foundation, where her extensive 12-year background
- [Arthur Love](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/arthur-love/)
- [Segrid Turner](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/segrid-turner/)
- [Alexander Momon](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/alexander-momon/) - At 34 years old, Alexander Momon is a dedicated father of three with a lifelong passion for helping others. From a young age, he has taken pride in being
- [April McLaughlin](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/april-mclaughlin/) - April was born and raised in Memphis, TN. She earned her bachelor's degree in Marketing/Interior Design from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
- [Jude Isong](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/jude-isong/) - Jude is an extroverted problem-solver with a passion for sustainability and finding innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- [Rasheda Jackson](https://gyfoundation.org/staff/rasheda-jackson/) - Rasheda Jackson is an experienced Program Manager specializing in parks, recreation, and conservation. Following high school, the Virginia native began working for the Suffolk Parks & Recreation Department. After relocating to California, she resumed working in community services and was soon inspired to pursue higher education in the field at Northern Arizona University, then gaining an interest in conservation.

## The Board

- [James Ezeilo](https://gyfoundation.org/the-board/james-ezeilo/) - While others see challenges, James sees opportunities. For the past two decades, James has dedicated his time and energy to the development and implementation of programs that increase career possibilities to youth of color.
- [Renee Alston-Maisonet](https://gyfoundation.org/the-board/renee-alston-maisonet/) - Renee Alston-Maisonet is an unlikely conservationist. She has been referred to by her friends as a “city girl gone wild”, wild for the outdoors
- [Shatiba Bradley](https://gyfoundation.org/the-board/shatiba-bradley/) - Shatiba is a management professional with a background in federal grant management, program operations, and social entrepreneurship.
- [Danine Knowles Hodge](https://gyfoundation.org/the-board/danine-knowles-hodge/) - Danine Knowles Hodge affinity for the outdoors comes from her childhood days of spending summers in the Bahamas near the beach and in Orlando Florida where her

## Events

- [Legacy Campout](https://gyfoundation.org/events/legacy-campout/) - Overall, the Legacy Campout stands as one of the park’s signature events, blending fun, education, and service to inspire and empower the next generation of responsible citizens and leaders.
- [Westside Outside](https://gyfoundation.org/events/westside-outside/) - Join us for a day of free outdoor fun, celebrating Earth Day with a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages. This eco-friendly event is packed with excitement and opportunities to connect with the community while enjoying the outdoors in the city we love!

## Programs

- [International Climate Fellowship (ICF)](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/international-climate-fellowship-2/) - The Greening Youth Foundation’s (GYF) mission is to engage under-represented youth and young adults while connecting them to the outdoors and careers in conservation. Over the past 20 years, GYF has recruited and managed thousands of college students, fellows, recent graduates, and entry-level professionals to work with federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and private companies.
- [Urban Forestry Career Pathways (UFOR)](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/urban-forestry-career-pathways-ufor/) - As part of our commitment to sustainability and community empowerment, GYF North America is proud to partner with Trees Atlanta in the Urban Forestry Career Pathways (UFCP) Workforce Program. This initiative, driven by the significant investment from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, is designed to foster workforce development and enhance urban green spaces in metro Atlanta's (Communities of Justice, Equity, Sustainability, and Trust) neighbourhoods. Funded through the U.S. Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Program, the UFCP program provides training and job opportunities in urban forestry, focusing on underserved communities.
- [internXL](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/intern-xl/) - Our partnership with the internXL initiative exemplifies our dedication to providing life-changing opportunities that open doors to careers in STEM fields.
- [Tree Care Program](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/tree-care-program/) - The Tree Care Program is our effort to introduce and offer employment to our urban young adults. We provide skills training in natural resource fields including landscape architecture and basic wood construction, urban farming, and urban gardening and management.
- [Resource Assistants Program (RAP)](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/resource-assistants-program/) - The USDA Forest Service Resource Assistants Program, in partnership with The Greening Youth Foundation, presents a unique opportunity for recent and soon-to-be college graduates passionate about natural resource management and conservation. Join us to embark on a journey that combines professional growth, hands-on experience, and mentorship while contributing to stewardship efforts across the nation.
- [Solar Technicians Training](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/solar-technicians-training/) - Our Solar Technicians Training Program in Nigeria is specifically designed to empower underrepresented youth by providing them with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers in the conservation and renewable energy sectors. This program not only promotes the transition to renewable energy in Nigeria but also aims to create a diverse and inclusive workforce in the conservation space.
- [Environmental Education](https://gyfoundation.org/programmes/environmental-education/) - Our Environmental Education Program is designed to expose children to careers in conservation by incorporating sustainability and environmental science into their school curriculum. With the slogan "Nurturing young minds to grow into planet warriors through conservation and sustainability," this program aims to foster a deep appreciation for the natural world and empower children to take active roles in protecting our planet. In addition to year-round curriculum integration, we also offer an annual summer camp program that provides immersive, hands-on experiences in nature.

## Categories

- [Story](https://gyfoundation.org/category/story/)
- [Leadership](https://gyfoundation.org/category/leadership/)
- [Project](https://gyfoundation.org/category/project/)
- [News](https://gyfoundation.org/category/news/)

## GY Africa Events scheduling

- [Upcoming Events](https://gyfoundation.org/gy-africa-events-scheduling/upcoming-events/)

## Events scheduling

- [Upcoming Events](https://gyfoundation.org/events-scheduling/upcoming-events/)