BLAKE Inspire 2024

In 2024, we ran four BLAKE Inspire programmes. In April, July, and October, we brought together 140 young environmental leaders from all over New Zealand for a week of adventure-based, experiential learning, and leadership development in the Waikato and Auckland.

Students spent the week learning about topical environmental issues facing our country with a focus on climate change/Huringa āhurangi, Marine/Moana, Biodiversity/Rerenga rauropi, and Freshwater/Wai Māori.

Assisted by environmental and business leaders, scientists, and experts in the field, students developed their own individual action plans to implement in their schools and communities.

“All the BLAKE staff, MfE staff, and speakers were all incredible, and provided unique and in depth knowledge on the many fields of sustainability. I have been able to meet many incredible and like-minded individuals, and I feel more confident in taking on environmental issues within my community. Thanks so much for this opportunity, it has been incredible“

– BLAKE Inspire 2024 delegate.

Meet our April #1 2024 delegates

Meet our April #2 2024 delegates

Meet our July 2024 delegates

Meet our October 2024 delegates