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Catholic Climate Conversations Application Form

Thank you for your interest in the Catholic Youth Climate Conversations!

In his encyclical, Laudato Si, Pope Francis affirmed the truth that, “The climate is a common good belonging to and meant for all.” But young people like you have the greatest stake in our churches and schools addressing climate change. We are seeking young people to share their voices to help the Archdiocese take next steps to care for our Common Home. Your participation will result in the creation of materials that will be used by schools and parishes throughout the Archdiocese. Make your voice heard!

Current 9th-11th grade Catholic youth are invited to apply. The Catholic Youth Climate Conversations will take place over two sessions. Participation in both sessions is strongly encouraged but not required. The first session will be held on April 26th, 2026 from 12-6pm, location to be confirmed (we'll know soon!). Our first session will conclude with mass at 5pm, which parents are invited to attend. The second session is tentatively scheduled for September or October 2026. Before applying, please confirm that you are able to participate on April 26th.

After we receive your application, we will reach out to your parent/guardian listed in this form to confirm you have their permission to participate. Applications received on or before March 27th will receive priority consideration. You will be notified if you have been accepted to participate no later than April 3rd.

If you have questions about the application process, please contact Dr. Elizabeth Corrie at ecorrie@emory.edu or call 404-727-2917.
1.Your first name:(Required.)
2.Your last name:(Required.)
3.The best email address where we can contact you:(Required.)
4.The full name of a parent/guardian we can contact to confirm permission:(Required.)
5.The email address for your parent/guardian:(Required.)
6.Phone number for your parent/guardian:(Required.)
7.What grade are you currently in?(Required.)
8.What is your age currently?(Required.)
9.If you currently attend a Catholic high school, please list the name here:
10.If you currently attend a Catholic church, please list the name here:
11.Your race/ethnicity (check all that apply)
12.Gender identity
13.What would you like adults to know about how you and your generation think about climate change? What do decision-makers miss when they don't listen to younger generations on this issue?
14.What barriers have you encountered personally that make it difficult for you to act on climate change?
15.What ideas do you have for how to overcome these barriers?
16.What actions could you do today to address climate change?
17.Do you think faith communities (churches, synagogues, mosques, etc.) should take action to address climate change?
18.Do you think your school should take action to address climate change?
19.If you answered "yes" to either question above, list any specific actions you believe a school or a faith community could do to address climate change. These might be activities or programs you have heard about other schools or faith communities doing, or they may be new ideas you've thought of that you want to suggest.
20.On April 26th, we will work together to create a resource that includes your ideas about how to act to address climate change. We will talk about Catholic teaching on care for creation and reflect on how our faith relates to working to address climate change. You will meet youth from around the Archdiocese who want to be part of this work, and you will learn about concrete ways young people can get involved in helping their schools and churches move forward in addressing climate change.

Considering this, why are you interested in participating? What are you hoping to get out of this experience?
21.I am able to participate on April 26, 12pm-6pm(Required.)
22.Is there anything else you would like us to know as we consider your application?