Critical Action Lab
Climate Anxiety Workshop - March 18
Do you ever feel worried about the future of the planet? Unsure how to turn your concern into meaningful action? Alone in your stress, grief, or frustration?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate these feelings by yourself.
Join us for a workshop that will provide some practical coping skills to manage these concerns, connect with others who have similar values and turn anxiety into empowerment. This event is open to all college-aged students and high school seniors. The workshop will be hosted Wednesday, March 18, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm at the Natural History Museum of Utah. We will be providing dinner! If you plan on attending, please fill out this registration form.
This workshop is presented by the Critical Action Lab in collaboration with the University of Utah Counseling Center and the University of Utah Office for Sustainability Education.
Questions? Email us at criticalactionlab@nhmu.utah.edu
Teens using critical thinking to create change in their communities.
What is the Critical Action Lab?
The Critical Action Lab (CAL) is a paid internship program for teens passionate about critical thinking and community collaboration. CAL Fellows apply critical thinking skills as they work together to plan activities designed to engage their peers in learning how to take action in their communities. Each year is different as Fellows have the freedom to plan projects related to issues they care about!
The first group of CAL Fellows began work in Fall 2023! They have designed and hosted a series of activities, including an annual Youth Climate Summit, teen Game Nights, an environmental fair, and school outreach presentations.
What Does it Take to be a Critical Action Lab Fellow?
The Critical Action Lab program is designed to support dedicated, driven teens seeking to improve their leadership skills and learn how to work collaboratively in a team. Through the program teens are provided with the resources and learn the skills needed to make an impact.
Interested in Joining?
Applications for the 2025-26 cohort have now closed. See below for information about upcoming events.
Questions about the Critical Action Lab Program?
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