Lead real change.
Start in Costa Rica.
Greentalist Nacional brings together young Costa Ricans to learn, collaborate, and create lasting environmental impact in their own communities.
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Real projects.
Real communities.
Greentalist Nacional is where learning meets action. You'll combine virtual education with hands-on fieldwork — and by the end, you'll have led a real environmental project somewhere in Costa Rica.
- Costa Ricans or foreign residents living in the country
- Ages 18–25: Volunteer participants
- Ages 26 and up: Volunteer leaders
- Full availability for the entire program schedule
- Good physical and mental condition
- A small fundraising contribution for project costs
Greentalist Nacional in action
Since 2020, Greentalist Nacional has empowered hundreds of young Costa Ricans to lead environmental actions, community projects, and national campaigns. These are some of the stories that show what happens when young people take the lead.
Volunteering for the Sea Turtles of the Caribbean
Greentalist and families joined forces at Pacuare Reserve to build hatcheries and protect endangered sea turtles, securing a future for the Caribbean.
From Raleigh to Greentalist: Our Legacy, Our Future
A message from Greentalist Board President Viviana Aguilar on the transition from Raleigh to Greentalist and the future of youth leadership.
Volunteering in Costa Rica: Transforming a Rural School Experience
Greentalist and families joined forces at Pacuare Reserve to build hatcheries and protect endangered sea turtles, securing a future for the Caribbean.
Straight from our volunteers
Organizing clean-up days in Tuis taught me that real change starts with small steps and committed individuals. I witnessed my community unite to clean up illegal dumping sites, and they began taking ownership of our shared spaces.
Being part of the Conservation Project opened my eyes to how much young people can do for the environment. Leading workshops in schools not only helped me inspire others but also allowed me to grow my own confidence and voice as a changemaker.
Greentalist was more than just an educational program — it was a family. I found people full of powerful ideas and people taking action, which motivated me to do more. Just hearing the name Greentalist sparks curiosity and inspires others to join the movement.
Be part of something
bigger than yourself.
Join Greentalist Nacional and connect with young leaders committed to environmental action, sustainability, and community change. Be part of the movement creating a greener, more conscious Costa Rica.
