NextGen Salmon Collective’s new logo was designed by NWAAE artist Jillian Kelly
Are you interested in getting involved with Snake River advocacy? Know a student who is a budding activist? Share this opportunity with them!
Salmon, as an ecological and cultural keystone species, play a crucial role in maintaining the health and integrity of ecosystems across the world. In the Columbia River Basin, due to scores of dams, hot, stagnant water puts salmon populations on the brink of extinction. Youth leadership in salmon advocacy is vital for the restoration of this cherished species and is imperative to foster a sense of environmental stewardship among future generations.
To help empower the next generation of salmon advocates, Save Our wild Salmon is launching the NextGen Salmon Collective! By providing education, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities for action, we aim to equip emerging activists with the skills and passion needed to make a meaningful impact on salmon conservation efforts.
Why NextGen Salmon Collective?
- Empower young leaders with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to advocate for Columbia River Basin salmon recovery.
- Foster collaboration and networking among youth leaders and conservation organizations.
- Implement community-based initiatives to protect and restore healthy and abundant Snake River salmon.
- Raise awareness about Snake River restoration through outreach, education campaigns, and advocacy efforts.
As part of the NextGen Salmon Collective, Save Our wild Salmon is offering three summer internship positions! This team-based, structured internship will allow a highly passionate and creative student to educate and mobilize their peers on the importance of Columbia-Snake River restoration. Interns will assist with developing strong connections and collaboration with other youth organizers across the region.
Empowering youth to become leaders in salmon advocacy is essential for the restoration and protection of this iconic species and the ecosystems they inhabit. The next generation of environmental stewards is among us, and we hope they choose to safeguard the future of Columbia River Basin salmon and all the species that depend on them.
Click here for more information on the internship. If you have any questions, reach out to Abby Dalke, Outreach Coordinator, at abby@wildsalmon.org.
