Resilient Roots is a climate education program led by Greenbelt Alliance, Hood Planning Group, and Ninth Root that will equip up to 20 Oakland community memberswith the knowledge and resources to champion climate action in their own communities. Throughout the eight-month course beginning in August 2026, participants will meet every other week to engage in skill-building workshops and field trips throughout the Oakland shoreline. Participants will dedicate approximately six (6) hours per month to the program.
The curriculum will hone local expertise to develop an understanding of interconnected climate challenges, planning and policy development skills, and the tools for participants to lead local action and grow their climate leadership in their own communities! The program will also build local leadership and knowledge of the Port of Oakland’s climate adaptation work, develop participant skills, and position frontline communities as collaborators in the Port’s planning process. This program is part of the Port of Oakland Waterfront Resilience Planning Project, funded through Caltrans and Greenbelt Alliance. Resilient Roots will culminate in a fun-filled, impactful showcase event in March 2027 to celebrate the work of the program participants.
Please reach out to aha@greenbelt.org if you have any questions about Resilient Roots or this application.
Who We’re Looking For:
We are looking for young adult community leaders over the age of 18 who live or work in Oakland to join the learning exchange program! Participants will receive a stipend of $1200 for participating in 12 sessions over 8 months for roughly six hours per month, in addition to food and refreshments at all sessions.
To apply, please tell us about yourself! You can use the arrows below to navigate and review the questions before submitting your responses. Please let us know if you are already aware of any potential time conflicts.
About the Port of Oakland Waterfront Resilience Planning Plan
Oakland’s waterfront is an important place for jobs, nature, and community. But flooding caused by rising sea levels, bigger storms, and groundwater rise, may put our shoreline at risk. The Port of Oakland is working with community partners to understand these risks and plan solutions so Oakland’s shoreline stays safe, accessible, and resilient for generations to come. This work helps protect people, homes, jobs, and the places that make Oakland unique.
Funded by a Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant and Greenbelt Alliance, this project is rooted in collaboration. Greenbelt Alliance is leading community engagement efforts alongside partners Hood Planning Group, Civic Edge Consulting, and Ninth Root. Together, this team is working directly with Oakland’s shoreline residents and other interested groups to ensure the Adaptation Plan reflects the priorities and needs of those most affected by climate change.