In June 2024 Reboot the Future, in collaboration with The Harmony Project and SEEd (Sustainability and Environmental Education), launched PACTS (Politicians Accountable for Climate To Students). This groundbreaking initiative empowers students to engage directly with politicians on climate action, fostering a sense of agency, responsibility, and real-world impact.

Key highlights from the event included:

• Workshops led by Ann Finlayson (SEEd) and Richard Dunne (The Harmony Project), where students voiced their perspectives on climate challenges and committed to actions they felt inspired to take.

• A powerful discussion panel featuring students from Harris Westminster Sixth Form, Lord Jim Knight, and Labour MP Rachel Blake. Students posed thoughtful, challenging questions, which were met with empathetic and well-considered responses, demonstrating the power of collaboration and dialogue in driving meaningful change.

Call to Action: All attendees were encouraged to promote PACTS within their schools and networks, becoming part of a movement for climate accountability in education.

PACTS transforms how students understand and engage in politics, providing a structured six-step process that empowers them to:

1. Identify Climate Concerns – Students pinpoint the environmental issues they care about most.

2. Take Action in Their School – Schools implement sustainability initiatives that align with student concerns.

3. Research Local MPs – Students investigate their MP’s climate commitments and policies.

4. Communicate with MPs – Students write to their MPs, initiating dialogue and advocating for action.

5. Build Relationships – Students sustain engagement with MPs, ensuring climate remains a priority.

6. Ensure Accountability – Students track their MP’s progress on climate promises and follow up over time.

Reboot's Teacher Pack is available for download upon sign-up on Our Shared World, offering step-by-step guidance on integrating PACTS into the curriculum.

To further support and inspire educators, Reboot launched the Show & Tell podcast, a dedicated series highlighting teachers' experiences with PACTS. Through these conversations, teachers share:

• Why they signed up for PACTS.

• How they’ve integrated it into their classrooms.

• The impact on students and school culture.

• Top tips for other educators interested in joining the initiative.

By celebrating these successes, the podcast fosters a sense of community among educators, encouraging broader participation and showcasing the transformative potential of PACTS.

Reboot partnered with Smiley News to produce a video showcasing PACTS, featuring insights from Lord Jim Knight, MP Rachel Blake, and educators. The video highlights the initiative’s impact, with students, schools, and leaders sharing their experiences. Smiley News also captured moments from the PACTS launch, further amplifying its reach and visibility.

PACTS continues to bridge the gap between young citizens and policymakers, fostering a generation of informed, engaged, and proactive individuals. By reinforcing conversations guided by the Golden Rule, the initiative nurtures respect, empathy, and responsibility, inspiring students to take meaningful action for their future and the planet.

The Google Academy launch set the stage for long-term impact, with schools, educators, and students empowered to drive climate accountability. As PACTS expands, the initiative remains committed to ensuring that young people have a voice in shaping the future they will inherit.

To learn more or sign up for PACTS, visit

 oursharedworld.net/pacts

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