Inspiring Stories to
Move the Planet Forward
Support the next generation of leaders &
communicators in sustainability.
Planet Forward’s mission is to teach and empower the next generation of sustainability storytellers to inform, inspire, and generate positive social and environmental impact. We place special emphasis on working with students and schools from underrepresented communities and disciplines.
Who We Are
Inspiring Storytellers
"The universe is made of stories, not of atoms."
— Muriel Rukeyser
Stories provide a vehicle to convey ideas and prompt action. Whether a student is considering journalism, science, business, or advocacy, they will be more successful if they are effective communicators.
Launched in 2009,
Planet Forward has
worked with thousands
of diverse students
A project of GW’s School of Media and Public Affairs and led by Emmy Award-winning journalist Frank Sesno, Planet Forward works with students from across the country who share a passion for the planet and the ideas that move it forward.
Our Impact
Students produce stories for PlanetForward.org, attend the annual Planet Forward Summit in Washington, D.C., and experience life-changing storytelling expeditions.
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Planet Forward also leads a consortium of 25 colleges and universities that participate in programming and promote Planet Forward’s activities.
Working together
to grow the next generation of leaders
Engagement in Planet Forward is pivotal, and we actively seek to collaborate with innovative organizations committed to outreach and education around sustainability and storytelling. Through our partnerships, we strive to generate a dynamic dialogue through media and live events.
Planet Forward would be thrilled to welcome your organization to our network and this important conversation.
Who we've partnered with
