Sustainable San Mateo County: Youth for Climate Policy

In celebration of Earth Day, key local organizations promoting climate action will host “Youth for Climate Policy,” a youth-oriented seminar to guide and discuss environmental advocacy in local government.

Sustainable San Mateo County, and co-sponsors 350 Silicon Valley, Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action, Acterra, Citizens' Climate Lobby, and Peninsula Clean Energy, present an evening of advice on effectively influencing local government in taking climate action. Both former mayors and youth advocates will lead discussions regarding their experiences in advancing progressive sustainability policies. Ample time will be provided for Q&A, and questions can be sent ahead of time if preferred.

Featuring: Josh Becker, California State Senator (District 13); Terry Nagel, Former Mayor of City of Burlingame; Georgi LaBerge, Former Mayor of Redwood City; Kirsten Keith, Former Mayor of Menlo Park; Mark Olbert, Former Mayor of San Carlos; Shayna Blum, Student Advocate of Burlingame High; Jayden Wan, Student Advocate of Burlingame High.

Note: Admission is free, but pre-registration is required. All attendees will have the opportunity to win gift cards to sustainable brands through active participation.