Joining our Network
Our onboarding process commences with a survey — we want to get to know you first! We ask that you only join if you have the intention of learning, meeting, and collaborating others; we are not a space for you to simply advertise your work/projects. After you fill out the survey, we will be in touch with next steps and links to join our other communication channels. From there, you can meet others in the network, get insights into how we work, and help us with our other projects!
Donate
If you are not an Asian youth environmentalist but would still like to support our cause, you can donate at our GoFundMe page! We use all funds raised for administrative purposes (i.e. funding this website). Any remaining donations will be given as grant money to other Asian organizations furthering the environmental movement.
FAQs about Joining the Network
What exactly is ‘the network’?
As of now, the network consists of a Slack group where Asian youth passionate about climate change can connect and organize. From random discussions to news updates to starting initiatives, the network is the place to make change happen. Currently, we have around 100 people from over 20 countries who are a part of our group.
Who can join the network?
The short answer is this: as long as you are an Asian youth passionate about climate change and sustainable development, you’re totally welcome to join!
The slightly longer answer is: Asia is a large continent spanning many regions. We are open to anyone who self-identifies as being of Asian heritage. What country you currently live in now or where you were brought up does not matter. We invite Asians from all across the world to join our network, although we do prioritize initiatives led by Asians directly helping Asia in our communication channels. Feel free to contact us for more information.
What age range does our network allow?
Currently, we define anyone below the age of 35 as ‘youth.’
Can I join if I’m mixed (Asian + something else)?
Absolutely! If you feel passionate about making positive change in Asia, you are still more than welcome to join our network.
Can I join if I’m not of Asian descent but I live in Asia? What about if I’m not Asian and don’t live in Asia?
We want this to be a space for a group that has long been underrepresented in the environmental movement. While we definitely appreciate any and all support from people from other backgrounds, if you’re not Asian, we ask that you be aware of your privilege/context, and be mindful of your contributions to this space. You are definitely still invited to sign up for our news and to be a part of this network for information-related purposes, but we ask you to think twice before posting in our group communication channels, especially if you don’t live in Asia. If you are a non-Asian living in Asia and are active in local environmental movements, you are of course welcome to share news related to environmental issues in your area, but again, please make sure that you are being mindful of this group’s purpose.
What do I get out of joining the network?
By joining our group (which is currently based on Slack), you will receive access to the latest information, be applicable for our grant money, and obtain the necessary resources and tools for fundraising, organizing, etc. You will also create partnerships and initiatives across the world, be invited to our events, and build connections with other Asians doing amazing work, which - of course - is the best part.
Do I have to be a long-time, experienced environmentalist to join?
Absolutely not! Part of AEYN’s purpose is to serve as a launching pad for you to meet and join other amazing people and organizations. We hope to give you the tools, resources, and platform to create your own initiatives and spearhead real progress — all we ask from you is passion!