Sunrise Movement LA is a youth movement that aims to force politicians to face climate change head on. Their decentralized groups use online campaigns, grassroots organizing and mass public actions to stop new coal, oil and gas projects, and build 100% clean energy solutions.
Who's it for? Climate activists under 35! Kids and teens are welcome!
350.org's Southern California chapter helps communities find solutions to climate problems on a local, regional and global level.
Who's it for? Anyone interested in a just transition in Southern California.
Extinction Rebellion Los Angeles follows its global framework with nonviolent, public and often performative action against climate change. The chapter focuses on both national XR agenda and local LA-focused climate issues.
Who's it for? Any Angeleno interested in XR's work or performative direct action against climate change.
EYCEJ is a grassroots community based organization that prepares underrepresented Los Angeles community members to engage in the decision making processes that affect their lives.
Who's it for? Members of underserved Los Angeles communities seeking social change on a local level.
STAND LA is an environmental justice coalition of a variety of Los Angeles community groups that are seeking to end neighborhood oil drilling to help the health and safety of at-risk Angelenos living next to drilling sites.
Who's it for? Any Angeleno concerned about the health and safety of their neighbors.
Greta Thunberg's Fridays for Future was built as a student movement by young people for young people. Students take to the streets every month, striking and pressuring big businesses, banks and governments to make structural, justice-based change.
Who's it for? Young students looking to protest and get the attention of policymakers.
The Sierra Club is a movement building group that lobbies and endorses politicians to promote environmental policies and leads national environmental campaigns. They work with frontline communities on campaigns like STAND LA.
Who's it for? Everyone from your birdwatching old-timer to your outdoorsy college student.
The Sierra Club My Generation Campaign is a sub-project of the Sierra Club fighting for the equitable transition to 100% clean energy in California. By partnering with frontline communities, the campaign focuses on building political movement from the ground up.
Who's it for? Any Californian ready to advocate for clean energy in their state!
Heal the Bay is an organization that supports ocean and watershed protection in Los Angeles. Heal the Bay is a science-informed, community-based advocacy organization that protects the coastline and restores waterways in the greater LA.
Who's it for? Any LA-based advocate who is passionate about our waters.
FOLAR or Friends of the LA River advocates for the complete and equitable transformation of the LA River to a working, climate-adapted and beneficial ecosystem in the heart of Los Angeles.
Who's it for? Any Angeleno who has ever taken a look at the LA River and thought, "we should be doing better".
LA Forward is a coalition building organization that is dedicated to progressive policy and accountability in office. They aim to make local government accessible through civic education and leadership development. Their climate branch emphasizes the intersection of climate and housing, transportation, racial and economic justice.
Who's it for? Anyone wanting to dive into change through local government.
Climate Cents is a Los Angeles crowdfunding project that allows civilians to support local climate projects in their own communities.
Who's it for? Anyone looking to donate in support of climate action in their city.
Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN) aims to address environmental injustices and protect Indigenous land and people from contamination and exploitation. They work to reaffirm traditional knowledge, include all generations in conversation and educate and empower Indigenous people to address and develop strategies for the protection of the Earth.
Who's it for? Indigenous people and groups, with room for allies.
Earth Guardians trains youth to be leaders in the international climate and social justice movements. They use art, music, storytelling, civic engagement and legal action as ways to address the climate and social justice crises of today.
Who's it for? Youth who want formal training in the climate crisis.
Pacoima Beautiful organizes to create a safer and cleaner community in Pacoima in the San Fernando Valley. The community improvement projects focus on the beautification of Pacoima while emphasizing community health.
Who's it for? Any Pacoima community member wanting to lead their communities in advocating for their health.
LA Compost partners with various groups throughout LA county to create space for compost access and community empowerment. They promote a healthy transition to a city where food is never wasted, but returned to the soil.
Who's it for? Anyone passionate about food waste or compost in the Los Angeles area.
