The mission of Greening the Vote is to engage students at the School of Forestry and Environmental Studies (FES) in politics, elections, campaigns, advocacy, policy-making, and other forms of political action at all levels of government. Through the activities of GTV, students will gain a better understanding of the political process, make connections with political and policy leaders, and develop new skills that will enhance their education and professional development at Yale. Our activities including hosting speakers from local, state, and national organizations, Congressional staff and representatives, and political organizers. We also organize workshops and trainings in skills such as lobbying and grassroots organizing. Additionally, GTV organizes trips to Hartford and DC to lobby, attend and testify at hearings, and participate in other activities such as political/policy conferences, demonstrations, and rallies.

Contact

President: Lisa Hummon (lisa.hummon@yale.edu)

Treasurer: Kate Freund (kathryn.freund@yale.edu)

Steering Committee: Adrian Deveny (adrian.deveny@yale.edu)

Kristin Tracz (kristin.tracz@yale.edu)

Mary McGrath (mary.mcgrath@yale.edu)

Meredith Trainor (meredith.trainor@yale.edu)

Ilan Gutherz (ilan.gutherz@yale.edu)

Justin Elicker (justin.elicker@yale.edu)