Greentalist Learning Path
A global learning experience that transforms international volunteers into environmental leaders through preparation, immersion, and action.
4 Weeks
Pre-Arrival Virtual Training
4 Moduls
Progressive Learning
Global
International Cohort
Our Learning Philosophy
We believe transformation happens when you connect global knowledge with local action. Our methodology prepares you before arrival, supports you during immersion, and empowers you for continued leadership.
Every volunteer brings unique perspectives from their home country. We create space for youth from UK, USA, Europe, Asia, and Latin America to learn from each other while preparing for Costa Rican community work.
The 4 Pillars of Our Approach
Principles that guide your learning journey.
Global Perspective
Connect your local environmental challenges with worldwide patterns. Learn from youth movements in 163 countries.
Peer Learning
Your international cohort is your greatest resource. Learn from diverse experiences across continents.
Action-Oriented
Every module leads to practical application. Create projects, develop campaigns, and build action plans.
Leadership Development
Discover your leadership pathway and develop essential skills: communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Global Virtual Training Program
Your transformation begins weeks before Costa Rica. Our virtual training connects you with international volunteers and prepares you for impactful community work.
23 Hours
Total Learning
Async + Sync
Flexible Format
5-6 Hours
Per Week
Your Learning Journey: 4 Modules
Each module builds on the previous, taking you from global understanding to personal action.
MODULE 1 • WEEK 1
Global Environmental Crisis & Climate Change
5 hours
MODULE 2 • WEEK 2
Biodiversity & Ecosystems
6 hours
Understand the climate crisis from multiple perspectives. Explore how different regions experience climate change and connect your personal story with global patterns.
Key Topics
- Scientific consensus and global impacts
- Regional challenges: UK, USA, Europe, Asia, Latin America
- Youth movements worldwide (Fridays for Future, The Green Rising)
- Your climate story and global context
Compare biodiversity challenges across bioregions and discover conservation solutions from around the world. Understand Costa Rica’s unique role as a biodiversity superpower.
Key Topics
- Ecosystem services and the Sixth Mass Extinction
- Conservation best practices by region
- Costa Rica: 5% of world’s biodiversity in 0.03% of Earth’s surface
- Community-based conservation models
MODULE 3 • WEEK 3
Water, Energy & Sustainable Resources
6 hours
MODULE 4 • WEEK 4
Environmental Leadership & Action
6 hours
Explore global water and energy challenges while identifying sustainable solutions from different world regions. Learn about circular economy principles in action.
Key Topics
- Global water crisis (2 billion without safe water)
- Energy transitions across countries
- Circular economy: 6-20 million jobs potential
- Youth-led sustainability initiatives
Discover your leadership style and develop essential skills. Create a personal action plan for environmental leadership in your home community.
Key Topics
- Six leadership pathways (from activism to innovation)
- Essential skills: communication, collaboration, resilience
- Creating your Theory of Change
- Building your personal action plan
