Regenesis (non-profit organization)
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Regenesis is Canadian youth and young adult-focused environmental organization. Regenesis has chapters at university and college campuses across Canada. Each university chapter is independent and democratically run.
| Formation | 2007 (2009 Incorporation) |
|---|---|
| Type | non-profit organization, environmental organization |
| Focus | experiential education, environmental education, outreach, grassroots action, social entrepreneurship |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Location | |
Executive Directors | Wanita Jagdesh and Michael Jodah |
| Website | www |
Regenesis was founded in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in 2007 by a group of student as a youth-focused environmental organization.[1]
Regenesis has been praised for its innovative approach of involving students in operating social enterprises and other long-term environmental initiatives.[2][3][4]
History
Regenesis was formed as a grassroots youth organization and aspiring student social movement focusing on environmental issues.[5] Projects are determined by their membership. The group had initial success, founding chapters at universities across Canada, including several chapters in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario.[6] Regenesis held a launch party that took place on World Environment Day, June 5, 2008, that was hosted by Frank De Jong, leader of the Green Party of Ontario.
Regenesis chapters currently host a variety of initiatives, including farmers' markets, borrowing centres, free stores and a community bike centre.[7]
Chapters
Regenesis has chapters at the following post-secondary institutions: