THE
YOUTH SUMMIT
REGENERATIVE
ROOTS DOWN AND GREENHIVE PRESENTS ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVISM THROUGH ART
The Supermarket | Atlanta, GA | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 6 PM - 9 PM
Students Ages 18–26 | Free to Attend
Guest Speaker
We are honored to welcome Chandra Farley, Chief Sustainability Officer for the City of Atlanta. A nationally recognized leader in climate and energy justice, Chandra will share insights on building resilient communities, advancing environmental equity, and how young leaders can shape Atlanta’s clean energy future.
WHY NOW?
This February, Roots Down and GreenHive are launching the second edition of the Regenerative Youth Summit. A unique, bold experience designed to support the next generation of climate leaders. Amidst the challenges of the climate crisis, young people are looking to get involved, and there's a wealth of opportunity in the Atlanta Metro area. We want to keep the spark of environmental hope alive within the upcoming green workforce.
Oftentimes, a barrier to entry for regenerative careers is not knowing how to get started. Many who are entering the green space can find themselves indecisive, or uncertain about which steps they could and should take. This event provides an opportunity to see what’s available in the vibrant city of Atlanta, and foster connections between early-career professionals, peers, and current leaders in the field.
The Regenerative Youth Summit: Environmental Activism as Art is a free, youth-led gathering designed for students, artists, and emerging sustainability leaders (ages 18–26+). Hosted by GreenHive x Roots Down, the edition of the summit explores how creative expression can shift culture, strengthen communities, and advance climate solutions. Through art, conversation, film, and interactive networking, the evening creates space for connection, collaboration.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
REGENERATVE MIXER
Our take on the traditional green jobs fair, but more creative and less awkward. Through conversation prompts, interactive activities, and a Human Bingo challenge, students can connect across disciplines such as energy, food systems, policy, sustainable business, and the arts.
OPEN MIC
The evening closes with an open mic designed to center youth voices and creative expression. This is a space for spoken word, poetry, music, storytelling, short reflections, or spontaneous moments of truth/ Whether you come prepared with a piece or feel inspired in the moment, this is your chance to speak your mind. Prompts will be available for those who want inspiration.
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ART SHOWCASE
A curated gallery including photography, painting, poetry, digital media, short film, and experimental work exploring nature, cities, and climate action from our local ATL artists. We invite artists to express how environmental advocacy shows up in their lived experience. Guests can engage directly with artists and contribute to a collaborative mural exploring the question: What does climate advocacy mean to you?
JOIN, SUPPORT, BUILD WITH US
We’re calling on community leaders, companies, and campuses to help fund, promote, and participate in the Regenerative Youth Summit. Your support helps us keep this summit free and accessible, bringing green jobs, tools, and hope directly to next generation.
This summit is part of We Are the Re-Generation Campaign, a Roots Down campaign that reimagines what a resilient, beautiful Atlanta can look like ahead of the 2026 World Cup by activating youth, transforming public space, and telling the story of how Atlanta is leading the way urban climate resilience. Youth leadership is the driving force behind this campaign. Learn more about the campaign here.
