** UPDATE: REGISTRATION PERIOD EXTENDED UNTIL 27 JUNE ** We are delighted to be running our FREE membership scheme for students and young people aged 16-25 again this year (this is a time-limited offer so please register promptly if you’re interested!)
We at CPA are an alliance of individuals using psychology to help people cope with the climate and ecology crisis. There is already a vibrant and growing community of young people within CPA, and if you are a student or aged 16-25 and have an interest in climate psychology, you are warmly invited to join us.
We are working on strengthening intergenerational exchange, increasing representation across generations and supporting younger people who are disproportionately impacted by the climate emergency.
The recognition that aspiring climate-aware therapists and mental health practitioners will face challenges in pursuing careers in fields that often neglect the planetary crisis is another factor that has led us to make this offering.
This 10-month membership scheme is open for registration from 16 - 22 June 2025, and the free membership will run from 1 July 2025 until 30 April 2026. Do make sure you register by 22 June as the offer will close after this time. ** UPDATE: REGISTRATION PERIOD EXTENDED UNTIL 27 JUNE **
Members receive lots of benefits, including:
- Access to CPA’s Mighty Networks platform for networking with climate-aware professionals and academics.
- Access to monthly meetings for CPA’s young and pre-qualified members.
- Free or discounted attendance at CPA trainings and workshops.
- Opportunities to contribute to various aspects of CPA’s work, including decolonising agendas, monthly “thinking spaces” to develop climate psychology ideas, and publishing opportunities.
- Opportunities to contribute to CPA Board meetings.
Here’s what people are saying about the free membership:
"Really appreciate the easy and broad access to opportunities, resources and networks - thank you!”
“I really enjoy being able to connect with other young people who also experience complex climate emotions in a safe space where I feel seen and heard”
"I appreciate being in a digital communal space with inspiring people, discussing such a meaningful topic”
How to sign up:
- Fill in our membership request form.
- Select the relevant “Join as a full member” option based on your location. You will then receive our welcome email with instructions.
- Choose the free membership scheme for students and those aged 16-25 in the email.
- Complete the sign-up process and wait for our confirmation email.
Your membership will then come to an end on 30 April 2026. If you wish to continue your membership after the 10 month period, please sign up again via our membership request form.
FAQs
Can I apply if I have been part of the 2024-2025 free membership scheme?
Yes, absolutely. As long as you are either a student, or aged 18-25, you are welcome to apply. If you are not a student or over 25, we hope you will consider becoming a paid member of CPA (reduced rates are available).
Do I have to be studying psychology or working as a practitioner to apply?
No, anyone with an interest in climate psychology is welcome to apply.