Alex Wang, Junior, Lake Oswego High School: “I am excited to work with Our Future Program and collaborate with people of the same interest to address environmental issues and spread social awareness on sustainability. In addition, I hope to extend beyond my current interest in engineering and computer science, with initiatives and projects that can make an impact on my community and my school.”
Amelia Prins, Junior, South Salem High School: “I am excited for our work at Our Future because I love being around nature and animals, and I want to do whatever I can to protect Oregon’s natural beauty around us. I enjoy nature by hiking, camping, traveling, spending time with animals, and running cross country. I hope that we will be able to start moving my school and city towards a more sustainable future. I can’t wait to see what we get to do this year!”
Avery Erdmann, Sophomore, West Salem High School: “I’m a part of the Environmental Club at my school, and I love the idea that Our Future allows students to take on leadership roles towards climate action. This year, I’m hoping to connect with students outside of my school to start some new projects.”



Esther Solomon, Senior, Centennial High School: “I am grateful to connect with other Oregonian students over environmental justice. Community provides a bright path for our future; I hope our sustainability focus in our counties and schools will inspire more of us to become intentional in fighting climate change.”


Lily Yao, Freshman, South Eugene High: “I am passionate about the advancement of social and climate justice as well as youth leadership. Our Future gives me the opportunity to work with these causes and I look forward to working with like minded peers all across the state of Oregon!”

Will Mowry, Freshman, Bend High School: “I am super excited to work with Our Future to make a difference in my community, and to help make impactful changes in how we fight climate change! The environment and natural world have always been a huge part of my life, and I want to make sure that other kids in the future can have these wonderful experiences I have had the privilege of having.”
