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Dear John,

Youth across the country are getting the opportunity to argue their cases in court!

The next generation is making history by launching bold climate lawsuits and stepping into the courtroom to demand protection of their constitutional rights. Don’t just watch from the sidelines. Join them in court and online as they make their voices heard!  

Exciting events are coming up at Our Children’s Trust. From an insider community webinar to three historic court hearings, this is your chance to stand with young people taking action in our state and federal courts.  

Tuesday, February 17th

Join Our Children's Trust and special guests for an inside look at our recent cases and efforts as we empower young people to secure their right to a livable climate. With our upcoming Alaska Supreme Court hearing, three new cases launched since November, and ambitious plans for the year ahead. We're excited to share more about our work and answer your questions.

When: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 3:30pm PST, 5:30pm CST, 6:30pm EST  

Click here to RSVP

Can’t make the event live? RSVP and we’ll send a recording after the event!  

Youth in Alaska will be heard in court on March 4, 2026!

8 brave young people from across Alaska will appear before the Alaska Supreme Court in Sagoonick v. State of Alaska II, a landmark constitutional climate case.

They are challenging the State’s support for the Alaska LNG Project, suing to stop this massive fossil fuel project that would roughly triple Alaska’s greenhouse gas emissions for decades. Construction and operation of the pipeline alone would emit an estimated 2.3 to 3.9 gigatons of CO2-equivalent over its lifespan.

The youth argue that the State’s policies forcing development of this project violate their constitutional rights to a climate system that sustains human life, liberty, and dignity, and their right to equal access to public trust resources. They are asking the court to strike the state laws mandating the project as unconstitutional and prohibit the state from moving forward with the project.

Are you located in Alaska? Come support the youth!
Join us outside the courthouse to cheer on the youth as they walk into history.  Help pack the courtroom and show the Alaska Supreme Court that the public stands with youth and climate justice.

WHAT: Oral Arguments in Sagoonick v. State of Alaska II  

WHEN: March 4, 2026 | Rally Starts at 12:45PM AKST / Court Proceedings Start at 1:30PM AKST

WHERE: Alaska Supreme Court, 303 K St, Anchorage, AK 99501

Click here to RSVP

Can’t attend in-person? Watch oral arguments live online here.

Help spread the word! Use our social media and outreach toolkit to spread the word and support youths’ rights!

On March 5th, 18 courageous children and youth will stand before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, challenging a federal agency whose policies treat children’s lives as worthless.

The youth plaintiffs argue that the EPA, the very agency charged with protecting children’s health and welfare, has systematically discounted the economic value of their lives and their future when determining how much climate pollution to allow. By doing so, the government is violating their constitutional rights to equal protection of the law, including their fundamental right to life.

The young plaintiffs are already living with decades-long consequences of these economic and pollution policies, including extreme heat, wildfire smoke, asthma attacks, evacuations, displacement, and exposure to dangerous air pollution.

At the hearing, the court will hear arguments that children are uniquely protected under the Constitution and that the EPA’s actions unlawfully sacrifice children’s lives and health in favor of economic interests of adults today who profit off of fossil fuel pollution. They’re asking the Ninth Circuit to reinstate their case and rule that courts have a duty to hear constitutional claims brought by children whose lives and rights are harmed by government policies.

You can support the youth in-person at the hearing:
Join us outside the courthouse to cheer on the youth as they defend their rights. Help pack the courtroom and show the Ninth Circuit that the public stands with youth and climate justice. Gather after oral arguments to hear from the youth plaintiffs and attorneys.

WHAT: Oral Arguments in Genesis v. EPA

WHEN: Wednesday, March 5, 2026 | Rally Starts at 8:45AM PST / Court Proceedings Start at 10AM PST

Join us for a post-oral arguments rally at 11:30AM PST

WHERE: James R. Browning U.S. Courthouse, 95 7th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, Courtroom 1

Click here to RSVP  

Can’t attend in-person? Watch oral arguments live online here.

You can use this social media and outreach toolkit to spread the word about the court hearing with your friends, family, and community.  

The 22 courageous Lighthiser v. Trump plaintiffs will appear before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for a hearing on April 13th at 9AM PST time in Portland, Oregon where they will ask the court to allow their case to proceed on the merits.

They are challenging three of President Trump’s executive orders that unleash fossil fuels, block renewable energy, and suppress climate science. They argue that the executive orders not only exacerbate the climate emergency, which is already causing them significant harm, but violate their constitutional right to life and liberty.

Stay tuned for more details and how you can join us live and support the youth!

At this time, upholding constitutional rights seems more vital than ever before.

These youth are walking forward in bravery, ensuring their voices are heard by those in power. Thank you for walking alongside them and cheering them on as they secure their rights at state, federal, and global levels.

We look forward to seeing you at our events in the coming weeks!  

In solidarity,
The Team at Our Children’s Trust