Sustainable Consumption 2025 | WorldEd Foundation

Integrating Human Rights and Climate Action

Welcome to the Sustainable Consumption Workshop, an inspiring 3-month journey where youth leaders come together to explore the intersection of sustainability, human rights, and climate change. This workshop is free for all high school students and is led by the passionate Global Ambassadors of the WorldEd Foundation.

What is This Workshop About?

This workshop emphasizes the critical connection between sustainability efforts and promoting social justice. Together, we will:

Explore how human rights are intertwined with sustainability challenges.
Understand the role of climate action in shaping a sustainable future.
Develop hands-on projects that make a real impact in schools and communities.

Application Deadline:

Workshops Schedule:

Submissions are closed for 2025

Duration: 2026 Applications will be opened on January 14th
Meeting Sessions: 1.5 hours each

Session 1: Introduction to the workshop and Sustainability
Overview of workshop goals, project options (Fast Fashion, Food Waste, Single-use Plastics), and team formation.

Session 2: The importance of human rights in Sustainability & Introduction to Climate

Session 3: Final Presentations
Teams present their sustainable projects. Video and PowerPoint presentations must be submitted in 2026.

Registration Form

See what the young minds are developing:

Hello! My name is Natalia; I'm 17 years old, and I'm from Poland. In 2025, I started the Dual Diploma Scholarship through WorldEd – this experience has already opened me up to the world and taught me to see global challenges from a broader perspective. The topic of sustainable consumption is especially close to my heart – I truly believe that our everyday choices matter and can have a real impact on the future, not only of our planet, but of ourselves as well. That’s why I’m excited to host this workshop as an opportunity for shared reflection and inspiration. See you there!

What to Expect:

Interactive Learning: Engaging sessions led by youth leaders and experts.
Hands-On Solutions: Develop real-world sustainability projects with your team.
Global Connections: Collaborate with peers from around the world.
Expert Guidance: Receive mentorship from professionals in sustainability and human rights.

How It Works:

Teams: Students work in pairs to develop and implement sustainable projects in their schools.
Topics: Projects focus on addressing issues related to Fast Fashion, Food Waste, or Single-use Plastics.
Structure: Each school will collaborate with a group of 6 students. These 6 students will be organized into three separate groups, with two students collaborating a specific project (Fast Fashion, Food Waste, Single-use Plastics.
Required Milestone Deliverables: Include an introduction video, project proposal, a 30-second advertisement, and an Earth Day-related video.

What You Will Gain

🌟 Certification of Participation: Official recognition of your commitment to sustainability from WorldEd Foundation.
🏅 Sustainability Champions Award: Top-performing teams will be granted a scholarship to study an elective course at WorldEd American School, reference letters, and project exposure.
💡 Inspiration and Skills: Learn practical project management, advocacy, and leadership skills.

"Hello everyone! I'm Nathalie Atieh from Lebanon and Armenia. Passionate about sustainability, I had the privilege of being a facilitator for the UWC BSF "Building a Sustainable Future" short course, this summer, in Freiburg, Germany. Today, I am thrilled to be your Keynote Speaker at the Sustainable Consumption Workshop. Let's explore the transformative power of conscious choices and responsible consumption together 🌱!"

Why Join Us?

This workshop is not just about learning; it’s about doing. You will leave with actionable insights, new friendships, and a sense of pride in having made a difference.

Workshop Partners: Past and Present

WorldEd Foundation and Girls Global Ready Program are joining forces to create an incredible opportunity for young leaders like you to make a lasting impact on our world.

Hello, I am Prof. Carlos, I'm a numerologist and a specialist in Quantum Analysis, Econometrics, and Tectonics chains. My journey includes earning a Ph.D. from Oregon State University and obtaining diverse expertise, including Advanced Food Security and Permaculture Design. Over the years, I've served as CEO of Focus On Rural Development (FORD) Organization and played various roles in civil society activism. I'm also proud to be a co-founder of Global UnityNet International and currently serve as President & Executive Director of Unity Network Africa & Diaspora (UNAD), fostering collaboration across 55 African states. Additionally, I represent Sierra Leone and Africa in the ISEED University Ecovillage and Global Social Business Partnership (GSBP).

We're joined by #WeStandTogether, a charity dedicated to celebrating our differences and building a safer, stronger community since 2015. And joining us is Jonny Wineberg, Director of Operations at #WeStandTogether, whose insights will enrich the participants' learning experience, encouraging them to consider the societal context of their sustainability initiatives.

We're thrilled to have Student Energy joining our Sustainable Consumption and Human Rights workshop. Student Energy is a global youth-led organization empowering young people to accelerate the sustainable energy transition. Their participation promises fresh perspectives and practical insights, inspiring our young participants to advocate for their projects and drive meaningful change.