Green Schools Speaker's Bureau Application

GREEN SCHOOLS Volunteer SPEAKERS BUREAU

USGBC-LA has developed a Sustainability Fundamentals Speaker Presentation for k-12 students that provides an overview of sustainability concepts with a focus on energy, water, waste, and more. This will be delivered by experienced volunteers from USGBC-LA’s member base of architects, engineers, contractors, and sustainability professionals who will also be asked to speak about their career path and inspiration to do this work.

Selected volunteers will participate in a train the trainer session so they are prepared to deliver the core Sustainability Fundamentals presentation as well as discuss careers in the industry.

USGBC-LA will also deliver this as webinars and will record the content so that it can be available remotely at any time through USGBC-LA website.

Volunteer Position Overview

Contribute to the growth of the green job sector and inspire our future workforce by providing insight into the work you do, highlighting your personal experience and skillset to introduce them to the world of sustainability.

Volunteers are expected to host at least one workshop of 90 minutes in length at schools in the Greater LA region, virtual or in-person. There will also be volunteer opportunities for mentoring, participating in community events throughout the region.

Qualifications

Professional knowledge, skills, degrees, credentials in sustainability or green jobs sector
A genuine interest in engaging students at all levels
Basic presentation and public speaking skills for in person and/or virtual workshops

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Would you be able to deliver the workshop in Spanish if needed?*

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If the schools are open for in-person classes, would you be available to host an in-person workshop?*

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