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Community Engagement

You can make a difference.

At Western Resilience Center, we believe climate action starts with connection. Whether you’re a resident, student, business, local government, or nonprofit, our work supports your ability to engage with meaningful climate solutions. From monthly community meetings to volunteer programs, internships, and educational events, we help people across the Yampa Valley build knowledge and take action.

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Why It Matters

When people come together, big things happen. Every workshop, tree planting, or newsletter is part of building a healthier and more resilient community. Our work is only made possible by the community we tap into.

How We Engage

Our engagement work includes everything from civic forums and speaker series to internships, training, and youth programs. We foster local leadership and aim to activate every person and institution in the Yampa Valley to work for climate solutions.

We reduce emissions and build resilience through programs, partnerships, projects, and planning.

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Engagement Programs

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Monthly Community Meetings

Join our monthly community meetings to hear from Western Resilience Center and our partner organizations on recent news, wins and ways to get involved. Community meetings typically take place on the third Wednesday of each month, with a Partner Update meeting taking place quarterly. To register or learn more, visit our events calendar.

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Youth Engagement

We support students and young professionals through our internship program, youth events and more.

Sign up for the Next Generation Newsletter to receive climate action tips and recommendations made for young people, by young people

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Workshops and Trainings

We host and help coordinate workforce and community trainings on topics ranging from geothermal to electric vehicles. View our events calendar to see upcoming trainings.

Contact YVSC to learn more

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Internship Program

A structured opportunity for students and early-career professionals to gain climate-related experience and mentorship while working on real community projects.

Learn more

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Volunteer Opportunities

From tree plantings to habitat restoration to special projects, we welcome volunteers who want to be part of building solutions.

Learn how to get involved

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Sustainability Awards

Each year we celebrate community members and partners who are leading the way toward a more resilient Yampa Valley.

Meet the honorees

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Connecting the Dots

Our programs don’t just inform — they equip people to take real, tangible steps in their lives and communities:

  • Bringing climate solutions to your workplace, school or home.
  • Saving energy.
  • Choosing low-carbon transportation.
  • Making gardens water-wise and biodiversity-friendly.
  • Participating in planning efforts.
  • Advocating for smart policy.

We are a partner, a convener, and a resource — and we are here to support your next step.