"IT'S NOT TOO LATE - towards an ecological civilization"

7th International Youth Forum on Ecological Civilization

June 5-7, 2025

Pomona College, CA

An inter-generational, cross-cultural gathering of visionary youth, wise elders, fearless practitioners, and navigators to usher in an ecological civilization

2025 YOUTH FORUM EVENTS

ACTIVITIES

Living Earth Eco-Innovation Challenge Finalists and Presentations

Relational Theater: participate in a playful exploration of our relational world!

'Cards For Life' with Thomas Mansfield

GUEST SPEAKERS

Tim Corcoran 
wilderness skills leader and author of 'The Earth Caretaker Way'

Ivy Yan
Circles of Compassion - integrating compassionate practice in education to nurture self, nature, and community

George Stiffman
author of Broken Cuisine - Chinese tofu, Western cooking, and a hope to save our planet

Henry Mitchell
Cultural DNA of Ecological Living - cultivating sustainable lifestyles through ecological agriculture, architecture, and community design

Living Earth Council - nature circle

ABOUT THE FORUM

 

Welcome to the Youth Forum, an integral part of the International Forum on Ecological Civilization (Claremont EcoForum). Here, we believe that young voices are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the changemakers of today.

The Youth Forum is designed to empower young people to take an active role in shaping an ecological civilization. Through inspiring keynote sessions and collaborative activities, participants will gain the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to address the complex challenges of our time.

This program is available in English and Mandarin Chinese

nature earth alive vibrant creative

WHY JOIN

 

  • Engage with Experts: Learn from world-renowned thinkers, activists, and leaders in sustainability, social justice, and ecological innovation.
  • Collaborate Globally: Connect with peers from around the world to share ideas and strategies for building a better future.
  • Take Action: Leave with concrete tools and actionable plans to make a difference in your community and beyond.
phoenix rising 4

HIGHLIGHTS

 

  • Dynamic Panels and Discussions: Explore key issues like climate justice, green technology, sustainable cities, and the role of youth in social movements.
  • Youth-Led Initiatives: Students presentations of eco-innovation designs and initiatives.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build lasting connections with mentors, allies, and fellow changemakers.

1
2
3
4
DONATE

SUPPORT A NEW GENERATION OF ECO-INNOVATORS

 

Give today to support the Youth Forum, the Living Earth Eco-Innovation Challenge, and Youth Awards!

qtq80-Nggq19

It may be that when we no longer know what to do

we have come to our real work,

and that when we no longer know which way to go

we have come to our real journey.

The mind that is not baffled in not employed.

The impeded stream is the one that sings.

- Wendell Berry