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About Me

hello!

My name is Maiya Roelen.

Headshot of Maiya Roelen

At a young age, I recognized the need for youth involvement in climate and conservation work. To engage and empower young people in the environmental movement, I started Watch Our Step. WOS is a youth storytelling resource, tool, and blog dedicated to empowering young people to be changemakers. 

 

I believe in the strength of youth and our ability to make a difference, and I am excited about building community! My goal is to give young people the tools we need to protect the future of our planet. ​

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I am currently an undergraduate student studying Wildlife Biology and Climate Change Studies with certificates in Global Leadership and Nonprofit Administration! I am excited to use my education for a career in environmental conservation.  

my 

experience

Read about WOS featured youth!

Two green footprints made of leaves

I have worked with a number of environmental organizations and nonprofits including: 

Ecology Project International

Families for a Livable Climate  

The Climate Reality Project 

21 Acres Center for Local Food and Sustainable Living

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I also highly recommend these other awesome programs!

The Justice Challenge

Amigos de las Americas

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Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
Two green footprints made of leaves
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