Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE)

Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) is a network of passionate young people educating for sustainable development by producing creative and engaging environmental journalism. Coordinated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), YRE is in 42 countries worldwide and growing! Northern Ireland is proudly one of these countries thanks to the excellent participation of our students and teachers. 

The YRE Competition invites young people between the ages of 11 and 25 to report on environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity and pollution through articles, photographs, and videos.

The main YRE theme for the 2024/2025 school year is ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION.

To participate in the YRE National Competition, follow these steps:

1. Complete the Registration Form

2. Follow the YRE Methodology to investigate a local issue, research solutions, create a report (in the form of an article, photographs, or video documentary), and disseminate your work.

3. Read through the awarding criteria for your category.

4. Submit your final piece of work and the accompanying form (linked below) for the 2025 National YRE Competition to eco-schools@keepnorthernirelandbeautiful.org by Friday, 2nd May 2025.

•       Article - entry form

•       Single Reportage Photo - entry form

•       Single Campaign Photo - entry form

•       Photo Story of 3-5 Photos - entry form

•       Video - entry form

The 1^st place winner of each category in Northern Ireland will win a monetary prize of £100 and have their work submitted to the YRE International Competition.