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2025 programme now open

July 20, 2025

Do you want to make a difference through a purpose-led career? Curious about global climate solutions and green career opportunities? But confused about what to do and how? We are excited to announce that our 10th Catalyst Summit and Mentoring 2025 is now open for bookings! Our online sustainability empowerment and green careers mentoring programme for young women and non-binary changemakers aged 18-30. This year, we have moved it to the autumn, with the Catalyst Summit taking place on 18th and…

7 Top Green Career Tips

June 17, 2025

Traci Lewis

What does a green career really look like? What challenges do women in sustainability face – and how do they overcome them? In this blog, we’ve gathered 7 top tips from the inspiring green career stories of five women: Ellie, Kirsty, Meg, Traci and Vineeta, across diverse roles in sustainability. Their insights offer valuable guidance for anyone starting or evolving their green career journey. How they got started Their entry points are as varied as their roles: academic studies in…

Diversity is what makes us Great

February 10, 2025

Traci Lewis

Would you like to work with us? How you can support diversity, equity & inclusion. What comes to mind when you hear the word diversity? Many people immediately think of race, culture, or ethnicity. While these are key aspects, diversity is much broader – it influences every part of our lives, from our workplaces to our communities, food systems, and economies. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are currently under attack. But we know that diversity makes us stronger. In…

Catalyst Stories: Transforming Futures through Green Careers & Empowerment

January 29, 2025

Traci Lewis

As we step into a new year, January is a time for reflection and planning. Looking back at last year’s Catalyse Change programme, we’ve gathered insights from our end-of-programme survey to celebrate successes and shape an even more impactful experience for the year ahead. Through our catalyst stories, we explore the transformative journey they embarked on, gaining confidence, direction, and community support as they forged their career paths in sustainability. Who are our catalysts? Our programme attracts passionate changemakers from…

Why have a mentor?

November 26, 2024

Traci Lewis

As we wrap up our 2024 Mentoring Programme, we’re taking a moment to reflect on this year’s participants’ incredible journeys and achievements. The programme, designed to empower young women and non-binary changemakers, continues to make a real difference by supporting them to thrive in green and sustainable careers. Through the shared experiences of our mentors and mentees, it’s clear that mentoring is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. It provides guidance, encouragement, and the confidence and clarity needed…

Your Top 10 Green Career Questions Answered

June 27, 2024

Traci Lewis

Your Top 10 Questions About Green and Sustainability Careers You are here because you are eager to pursue a career working in sustainability or at least learn more about it first. However, breaking into the climate or social impact space can seem daunting without the right guidance and advice. Here, we address some of the top questions young changemakers ask about breaking into sustainability and low-carbon jobs and careers. 1. How Do I Get Work Experience in Sustainability? Getting into…

My Green Career Journey so far

March 3, 2024

Traci Lewis

Phoebe Barker who came on our Catalyst Bootcamp in 2018 has written us this blog about her green career journey so far. “I’m Phoebe, and I work as the Information and Communication Coordinator for CPRE Avon and Bristol. I’m based in Gloucestershire but commute to Bristol often for work and volunteering. I love walking in nature and getting out in my local countryside and want a career in the third sector.” Can you tell us a bit about your current…

Our Impact in 2023

February 6, 2024

Traci Lewis

What impact did we have last year? We have just launched our impact report and are sharing a few facts and stats from it here. ➡️We worked directly with 200 catalysts.➡️We ran and took part in 20 events. ➡️76 catalysts attended our Catalyst Summit.➡️62 went on to be mentored by a woman working in sustainability. ➡️ The top 3 benefits from the programme were; Understanding Career & Education Options Skills & Knowledge Confidence. ➡️2 catalysts went on to a work…