Prgram Description:
Youth for Blue Skies (YBS) is an environmental and community-based internship program for teens ages 15-19 years of age. The program is in partnership with the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ).
Across 9 weekend sessions, including a campout, a team of 10 interns develop a deep understanding of air quality and environmental justice through a foundation of direct observation in nature. Sessions combine outdoor and classroom-style lessons on air quality with community leaders to learn about the interrelationships between water and air, localized water harvesting and our local cultural history. Interns reflect and record their experiences for a final community presentation at the end of the program. Interns receive a stipend for their participation.
Eligibility: For high school youth ages 15-18, priority will be given to juniors and seniors.
