Illinois youth participate in a rally at Federal Plaza in Chicago

Join the virtual Volunteer Leadership Training today!

The Volunteer Leadership Training is open to anyone, anywhere in the world who wants to organise, engage and take action against environmental destruction, climate change, and social injustices.

Local movements need passionate and inspiring people to lead them. You have the power to create massive change everywhere.

Volunteer Leadership Training content track infographic: Embarking on your Volunteer Leadership Learning Journey, Greenpeace Leadership Framework, Listening as a Leadership Skill, Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management & Resolution, Developing Groups, Powerful Agreements & Looking Ahead

Who can take part?

The Volunteer Leadership Training is open to anyone, anywhere in the world who wants to organise, engage and take action against environmental destruction, climate change and social injustices. All we ask is that you are ready and willing to lead the change you want to see in the world. We don’t have any restrictions.

What will I need?

The course is FREE and ONLINE. You just need to complete the intake form and have internet access.

We Have Had Enough March 2023 in Berlin. © Chris Grodotzki / Greenpeace
Climate Lab at School in Hannover, Germany. © Insa Hagemann / Greenpeace

When does it take place?

Since this is a self-paced training course, you have the power to organise your time.

What I will learn?

The training consists of seven modules. You will have a chance to learn, read and reflect about the different ways to be a leader, the importance of listening and how to give and receive feedback. You will also consider the challenges and benefits of conflict and be given some methods to help work through them in a positive way. At the end of the course, you will learn how to make local groups work and how to bring people together to make powerful agreements.

What do I receive?

After you complete all elements of the course Greenpeace International will send you a diploma.

How can I join?!

Just fill out the form above to receive an invitation to join.

Questions?

Please email any questions you have to [email protected]

11th LGBTQI + Pride Parade in São João da Boa Vista, Brazil. © Giseli Pascuini / Greenpeace