Unlocking the power of climate changemakers to influence policy and shift narratives
CHANGEMAKING PROGRAMME
Together, we're building a thriving future for our planet.
The Subak Changemaking Programme is designed to equip climate-focused organisations and individuals with the tools, strategies, and networks to drive real-world impact. It is rooted in Subak’s unique and established approach for curating and supporting not-for-profits to shift policies and narratives through data-driven advocacy, underpinned by a living systems approach.
Are you ready to be a Changemaker?
Our pillars
Governments, Policy & Campaigning
Learn how to navigate and influence policy in the UK and beyond, run effective advocacy campaigns, and leverage governance structures for impact.
Data & Knowledge
Explore how open data, knowledge and narratives, and AI can support evidence-based decision-making.
Shifting Narratives
Master the art of storytelling through media, arts, culture, and traditional and more radical communication strategies to shape public discourse on climate issues.
Leadership & Organisational Change
Develop regenerative leadership skills and build organisations that inspire and sustain systemic change.
Learning Methods
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Talks and Workshops
In person and online with leading changemakers across our four pillars of change
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Real-world Applications
Group and organisational projects to put learning into practice
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Peer-to-peer Learning
Through Guilds, Lunch & Learns, and facilitated discussions with Subak community
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Office Hours
Dedicated office hours with experts from each pillar
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In-person Intensives
Intensive sessions at key points for deep dives and networking
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Hackathons & Network Events
Build meaningful partnerships within the climate ecosystem
Are you an innovator, activist, or leader dedicated to tackling climate change?
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Not-for-profits working in climate action
Climate activists
Changemakers from all sectors who are looking to enhance their impact
Individuals from the private sector looking to positively engage in policy & advocacy
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UK based (for now!) with easy access to London as we will hold in person sessions.
A commitment to becoming a changemaker or growing your capacity to make change in the climate system with a demonstrated commitment to learning
A willingness to engage with a diverse cohort and dedicate up to 10 hours per month
A propensity for collaboration and community
The programme is fully funded for for youth (18-35), activists, not-for-profits, charities, and CICs. The cost of the programme to run is in excess of £1.3k per person. For private sector organisations, we strongly encourage donations to support the cost of the programme. More generally, if your organisation would like to support our programme, such as sponsoring a specific pillar or cohort, please get in touch.
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Develop strategies for policy change, using data for impact and narrative-shifting through a range of creative methods, underpinned by systems thinking
Build meaningful partnerships within the climate ecosystem
Gain practical tools & insights from leading changemakers
Implement real-world projects within your organisations or communities
Understand how to think more regeneratively and lead organisations to make authentic change
Join an active community network fostering ongoing collaboration and learning
MAY-JULY
Phase One
7-8 MAYIn-person kick-off
Join us for an evening reception to kick-off regenerative thinking, followed by a day intensive workshop introducing you to each pillar
WEEKLYOnline sessions
Weekly online sessions equip you with changemaking knowledge and skills (approx 5-10 hours per month required)
18-19th juneDeep-dives & collaboration
A thematic in-person hackathon provides the opportunity to collaborate with changemakers and apply your learning in practice
JULY-SEPT
Phase Two
21st JULY →Consolidation phase
Consolidation & project implementation phase, online bi-weekly discussions & office hours with experts
3-4 SEPTWrap-up event
In person wrap-up event, reflections & presentations
Let’s create change!
01Equip
We equip changemakers with an understanding of how transformational change is made to complement their existing expertise
02Apply
Changemakers learn how to implement the Subak method of change to create systems change in their organisation, sector or initiative
03Connect
Changemakers become lifelong members of the Subak community, fostering connections, collaborating, learning and creating joint initiatives to spark greater change
04Change
Changemakers go on to create new not-for-profits or new initiatives within their organisations to influence policy and shift narratives
LET'S CREATE CHANGE, APPLY NOW!
Applications are open now and will close on the 14th April 18:00 BST
Applications will take approximately 40 minutes and will be reviewed on a rolling basis up until the deadline so please look out for an email from us. Please make sure you are available to attend the in-person dates before you apply as these sessions are mandatory, and generally are able to commit the time each week to the programme.
Want to support?
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🚀 Funding
Support a cohort, sponsor a specific pillar, or fund scholarships.
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🤝 Partnerships
Collaborate as an expert, mentor, or host an in-person session.
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🌎 Ecosystem Building
Help expand the network of climate changemakers driving real impact.
