You are invited to apply for the Educators Empowering Youth Climate Action (E-EYCA) program, taking place from June 2026 - May 2027!
Arizona State University (ASU)’s EYCA team is seeking English-speaking classroom teachers to participate in a virtual, climate-focused professional development and collaborative research experience throughout the 2026-27 school year.
Are you currently…
- Engaging students in action that extends beyond classrooms?
- Teaching climate and sustainability topics relevant to students and/or their community?
- Collaborating with community partners?
- Working in a school that encourages active learning and supports participation in educational research?
Join us in addressing today’s climate challenges by centering youth agency, facilitating youth action, and leveraging high-quality digital platforms for student learning in the classroom – all while engaging in participatory research alongside ASU education researchers!
Apply until April 30, 2026
The E-EYCA program supports secondary school educators in addressing today’s climate challenges by centering youth agency and action, leveraging quality digital platforms for student learning, and utilizing action-oriented pedagogies in the classroom. E-EYCA brings together teachers and educators over the course of a yearlong, virtual, professional development program to co-design, implement, and investigate student learning and action.
As a 2026-27 participant, you will have the opportunity to:
- Earn a $3,200 stipend in honor of the work and professional expertise that you bring to the program, contingent upon ongoing and adequate participation in the program.
- Learn about innovative pedagogies and online climate learning resources while conducting participatory research alongside peers and ASU’s expert educators.
- Facilitate the growth of two students of your choosing, who will participate in select activities as part of the research process.
- Travel with expenses covered for any in-person opportunities (e.g., conference presentations) that may arise throughout the school year.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to climate education research while also growing your own professional expertise!
