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APRIL 15-17, 2026​
WASHINGTON, D.C. 
AT THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

TAKE THE MIC

SHAPE THE STORY

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Event Info
Vertical videos and YouTube stars. Podcasts, films, and Instagram posts.

At a time of crisis and distraction, the planet’s stories can take 
new shapes to inform and influence new audiences.

At this year’s Summit, the most compelling
student storytellers will take the mic and the stage alongside the most creative media leaders. They are redefining how we communicate in the age of algorithms.

Through live feedback sessions, questions, and conversations, we’ll explore how to
cut through the noise of disinformation and polarization to tell stories that inform, engage, and drive innovation.
Agenda

PROGRAM
 

Wednesday, April 15

Welcome to the Summit!

5:30 pm - Please join us for a light reception and live recording session with Forked, a podcast from the Food & Environmental Reporting Network (FERN). 



Thursday, April 16

8 - 9 am - NETWORKING & BREAKFAST
805 21st. St. NW, 2nd floor atrium


Morning Programming
805 21st. St. NW, Jack Morton Auditorium


12:30 pm - LUNCH

2 - 5 pm - BREAKOUT SESSIONS

5:30 - 7:30 pm - RECEPTION + Poster Session and Storyfair

 
 

Friday, April 17

8 - 9 am - NETWORKING & BREAKFAST

Morning Programming & Storyfest Winner Announcement

805 21st. St. NW, Jack Morton Auditorium

12:30 pm - LUNCH TO-GO

1:30 - 3:30 pm - VIP tours for Planet Forward Pillar Schools & Correspondents

 

GET INSPIRED

Learn why inspirational stories are the most motivational — and effective — to drive action.

GET SKILLED

Learn the very best in communication techniques that you can apply immediately to your environmental communication.

GET MOBILIZED

Learn how you can create a movement for the planet on your campus and in your community.

GET CONNECTED

Connect with leading journalists, policymakers, innovators, and more and apply for exclusive internship and job opportunities.

 4 REASONS TO JOIN THE CONVERSATION 

Sponsors

SPONSORS

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