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Our Story

We started Spring Forward because although some schools are making small steps in the right direction by teaching students to turn off lights and pick up trash, we strive to take climate education a step further and empower students with knowledge about the inherent intersectional nature that the climate crisis brings. Spring Forward's goal is to ensure all students understand the basic science, history, and far-reaching consequences of climate change beyond just sustainability. This knowledge will give students the tools and resources to make the right choices in their daily life. We work to shift students' mindset in a youth-to-youth approach. 

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Meet Our Team

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Simone Colburn

Co-founder

SF Leader

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Amelia Kane

Co-founder

SF Leader

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Alice Fan

Co-founder

SF Leader

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Karen Li

Co-founder

SF Alum

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Mina Subramanian

Partnerships Coordinator

SF Leader

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Phoebe Damato

Internal Support Coordinator

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Annie Fisher

SF Member

Julia Bae

Partnerships Coordinator

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Matthew Allaire

SF Member

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Nia Martinez

SF Member

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Anaya Raikar

SF Member

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Shunmei Zheng

SF Member

Learn more about our members here!

Actively working with us is the best way to help us maximize Spring Forward's impact. Not only is this an effective way for teenagers to take climate action, but they will learn leadership skills, connect with like-minded peers, and engage with students along the way. 

Don't have enough the capacity to join a core team? Become an volunteer!

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