Join @maineyouthpower.bsky.social and MYCJ for a summer cookout at Glen Cove Park in Rockport, ME!
After a busy legislative session, we invite current and prospective members to a casual hangout where we can connect, eat, and discuss ways to get involved!
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It is with great sadness that we share that one of MYCJ's longtime members, Charlie Eng, has passed away after a battle with cancer. Charlie interned with MYCJ during the summer of 2022 & participated in our Food Sovereignty Cohort through 2023.
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A top priority of the Wabanaki Alliance, L.D. 1474, is up for a vote! Contact your state representatives and state senators and ask them to strengthen the teaching of Wabanaki studies by voting to pass LD 1474.

Use this template to contact your legislators!
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MYCJ’s priority L.D. 1138 - just hit the Senate and could be voted on TODAY! Contact your state senator and state representatives and urge them to pass this needed legislation.

Check out this email template/phone script you can use to email or call your senator!
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Queer Earth: Exploring the Intersections of Queerness & Climate Justice
Join us for a Pride themed teach-in with the MYCJ team as we dive into the shared histories and futures of the queer rights and climate justice movements.
📅 June 17th | 5 PM
Register Here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

One of MYCJ’s legislative priorities is reducing pollution associated with transportation. So, what is LD 1138? How would it advance our transportation goals?

MYCJ’s Advocacy Director Jackson has all the details of the bill currently in the work session stage of the legislative session.

Addressing PFAS Contamination in Maine: A Teach-In for Youth
Join us for a teach-in on PFAS contamination with Sarah Woodbury, VP of Policy & Advocacy at Defend Our Health. Learn how these toxic “forever chemicals” impact our communities—and what we can do about it. us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Did you miss our last testimony writing workshop? Fear not! MYCJ is hosting another training, this time focused on advocating for progressive transit policy. We hope you’ll join us on Thursday, April 22nd at 6 PM (this time on Zoom!)
Register Here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Maine Youth for Climate Justice’s Clean Transportation Advocate, Cole Cochrane, breaks down the PTAC report for us, explaining its findings and what they mean for the future of Maine’s public transportation system.
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Across the globe, young people are leading the fight for bold climate action. What’s on your climate agenda? On 4/17/2025, the Youth Day of Action will be held at the State House in Augusta. This is a day for Maine youth to mobilize and present our vision and demands for our future.
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The first half of the 132nd Maine Legislature is underway and we’re tracking a number of priority bills related to MYCJ’s core principles.

You can stay up to date with our legislative priorities by visiting the bill tracker on our website.

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TONIGHT! Are you looking to get more involved in climate justice activism in Maine? Join MYCJ at 6 PM on Feb 25th for a new member orientation. We’ll cover MYCJ’s legislative priorities, answer any questions, and introduce new ways to get involved with our work.
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