Our Generation Hope initiative delves into the challenges of and solutions to the climate and nature crises. Explore our exciting, free programme of inspiring events created for young people, by young people!
Tuesday 29 April – Saturday 3 May 2025, free
You have the power to make a real impact on the planet.
Generation Hope is an annual programme led by us and young climate leaders from around the world. It’s all about empowering young people like you to stand up for our future and to become planet fixers.
This is your space to connect with scientists, activists and creatives to dive into the biggest challenges facing the planet and boldest solutions to these. Through talks, workshops, storytelling and more, you’ll gain the knowledge, confidence and skills to speak up and take action. Plus, you’ll meet others who are just as passionate about making a difference as you are.
Spots are limited, so grab your tickets now! Sessions are suitable for ages 16+, but check specific events for details. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All our events are now live to book. Join us in person for engaging discussions, or catch up later with selected recorded events available to watch online.
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Explore Indigenous wisdom, modern technology and how finding awe in nature can inspire us to approach climate action as a shared goal at this discussion with Joycelyn Longdon.
Tuesday 29 April, 19.00–20.00
Join this discussion between an artist, a scientist and a climate activist as they explore our relationship with nature.
Wednesday 30 April, 19.00–20.15
Join a discussion with scientists and climate advocates as we uncover success stories and evidence of real progress for people and the planet.
Thursday 1 May, 16.00–17.15
Learn from experts in science, activism, creative campaigning and government how policy shapes change and how to raise your voice for action.
Friday 2 May, 11.00–12.30
Join three remarkable young changemakers as they share their advocacy journeys, challenges, successes, and hopes for a better future. Come along and learn how to take action for people and the planet.
Saturday 3 May, 16.00–17.00
Slow down and reconnect with urban nature in our Nature Discovery Garden. Join us for a guided sensory walk, mindfulness moments and nature journalling in a space to explore, reflect and reconnect with nature in your own way.
Wednesday 30 April, 15.30–16.30
Thursday 1 May, 15.30–16.30
Saturday 3 May, 11.00–12.00 and 15.00–16.00
Gain the skills and confidence to turn personal actions into broader societal change. Walk away with fresh insights, practical tools and the motivation to create real impact.
Wednesday 30 April, 11.00–12.30
Explore the history, impact and decision-making process behind the Conference of the Parties (COPs) with two experts, each offering a unique perspective.
Friday 2 May, 15.00–16.00
In this workshop you’ll meet experts from policy, corporate, science and youth activism circles. Hear about their career journeys and discover just how many different ways there are to help save the planet.
Saturday 3 May , 11.00– 12.30
Join us for a vital discussion on disinformation in the digital age in collaboration with Global Witness.
Wednesday 30 April, 14.00–15.00
Join an evening of storytelling with scientists, climate activists and nature lovers as they share personal anecdotes of joy, discovery, despair and inspiration.
Thursday 1 May, 19.00– 20.30
Explore imagination, transformational change and alternative futures for people and the planet in this interactive workshop.
Thursday 1 May, 11.00–13.00
Uncover hidden histories of reproductive health in this thought-provoking event exploring collections, culture and colonialism through storytelling and discussion.
Saturday 3 May, 13.30–14.30
Visit our pop-up science stand to explore the past, present and future of mineral extraction through specimens from the collections we care for. Meet our scientists and discuss how their work helps remediate old mines and makes extracting the minerals we depend on healthier for people and nature.
Wednesday 30 April
11.00–14.00
Hintze Hall
Drop by our pop-up science station to see fascinating specimens from the collections we care for, from fossils and insects to mammals and plants. Meet our scientists and explore how their work tackles the planet’s biggest crises.
Wednesday 30 April–Saturday 3 May
11.00–14.00
Hintze Hall
Join our crochet sharing circle with Climate Live and sustainable fashion brand owner Sophie Nancy. Learn to crochet while chatting about finding joy in taking climate action, avoiding burnout and linking your passions to climate justice.
Thursday 1 May
14.00–15.30
Marine Invertebrates Gallery
Curious about last year's event? Explore highlights of our lineup of workshops, discussions, and inspiring talks available for you to watch. Stay tuned! Recorded talks from 2025 will be added soon.
To ensure we are listening to and learning from the people on the frontlines of our collective response to the planetary emergency, we have established an Advisory Board consisting of activists, scientists and Museum colleagues who have advised on our approach and will be contributing to sessions throughout the week.
Natalie Cooper is an ecologist and evolutionary biologist at the Natural History Museum. She works on understanding how the diversity of life evolved and how we can protect it from human activities. She works on a variety of animal groups including mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fishes.
Daphne Frias is a proud Latina climate justice activist, disability awareness advocate, organiser and storyteller based in New York, USA. Twitter Instagram
Kat Hamilton is the Executive Director of Force of Nature, an organisation that through virtual programmes, empowers young people and decision-makers in more than 50 countries to cultivate mindsets of agency, purpose and resilience. Twitter Instagram Force of Nature Instagram
Ken Johnson is a Principal Researcher at the Natural History Museum, London, where he studies the history of coral reef systems, covering time spans from decades to millions of years. Documenting how reefs have responded to past environmental changes will help us to understand how they might respond to future changes and how best to protect them.
Erica McAlister is Principal Curator for Fleas and Flies at the Natural History Museum, London. She has been recording, researching and describing flies for more than 15 years, both in the UK and across the world. Erica is very involved in public engagement both within the Museum and externally, including radio, TV, writing and events.
Larissa Pinto Moraes is Executive Director of Engajamundo, a Brazilian youth-led organisation dedicated to making Brazilian youths aware of their socio-environmental impact and encouraging them to engage in local, national and international decision-making processes. EngagamundoTwitter Engagamundo Instagram
Disha Ravi is a climate justice activist based in Bangalore, India, who founded the Indian branch of the Fridays for Future network. Twitter Instagram
Mitzi Jonelle Tan is a climate justice activist based in Metro Manila in the Philippines. She is the convenor and international spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines. Twitter Instagram
Lira Valencia is a London Wildlife Trust ranger and wildlife content creator who raises awareness of the importance of wildlife in the city. Throughout her career she noticed the lack of diversity and urban voices in the conservation sector and has worked to highlight this issue. Her work focuses on connecting urban communities to nature and highlighting the importance of nature on mental and physical well-being. Instagram
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