The Imperfect Activist
Because we don’t need 100 perfect activists — we need millions of imperfect ones. – Clover Hogan Welcome to The Imperfect Activist, a brave space for youth, by youth, where we unpack the raw, real, and sometimes uncomfortable truths of activism, advocacy, and changemaking. From environmental justice to social equity, we dive into the “wicked problems” shaping our generation while navigating the very real challenges of growing up and stepping into our power. Through honest conversations, hot takes, and tough questions, we aim to strengthen our collective impact and redefine true solidarity. Whether you’re an experienced organiser, curious newcomer, or an ally eager to support youth-led change — this podcast is for you. Because creating change isn’t about being flawless. It’s about showing up, learning, and growing - together.
Episodes
This episode delves into an often-uncomfortable topic: money. Does it matter where the money for our organizing comes from? What are the implications of being funded by extractive companies and the very sectors we’re organizing against? Listen in for a discussion on consciously receiving funding from fossil fuel companies/big banks for climate organizing work, learn new perspectives, and apply some practical steps to your own work!
...In this fifth episode of The Imperfect Activist, it’s your co-host Lucy taking the lead in a personal conversation about mental health and wellbeing exploring how our generation is breaking long-held stigmas and reshaping the narrative around emotional wellness.
This episode dives into the mental health pressures facing young people today, from academic and financial stress to activism burnout and identity struggles. Together, they...
In this fifth episode of The Imperfect Activist, Natasha talks to youth climate justice campaigner and journalist Scarlett Westbrook.
Scarlett Westbrook is a leading climate justice activist and journalist, and the youngest person in the world to attain an A level in Government and Politics, which she self-taught at age 13. She is also the youngest parliamentary policy writer, most known for her work on climate education, and for b...
In this third episode of The Imperfect Activist, we’re digging into two of the biggest stressors facing young people today: the housing crisis and the increasingly bleak job market. From sky-high rent and unlivable wages to unpaid internships and zero-hour contracts, this episode explores how these economic realities are shaping our generation's future and sense of hope.
We unpack the day-to-day realities of navigating adulthood in...
In this second episode of The Imperfect Activist, we take a raw and honest look at what’s happening across the globe from ongoing wars and rising authoritarianism to political power shifts like the continued influence of Donald Trump. But we’re not just listing headlines—we’re asking: What do these events mean for young people?
As youth activists in 2025, we feel the gap between our values and the decisions made by those in power g...
Welcome to our first episode of The Imperfect Activist podcast. In this episode, we dive into what it means to be a youth activist in 2025 and our thoughts on what exactly is an activist.
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