About Green United
Green United was created by young people in Lewes, supported by adults, in response to the climate emergency.
All primary and secondary schools in Lewes, along with Lewes Old Grammar School, are actively supported by young people, parents, teachers, local councillors, governors, and staff and students from the University of Sussex. For those interested, the thinking behind Green United can be explored here.
Green United invites organisations and individuals to contribute their time, talent (skills), or treasure (financial support) to address local concerns identified by young people. A Youth Board oversees the allocation of funds, supporting projects and initiatives suggested by the young people themselves.
Our 2025-2026 Youth Board members are:
Lewes Old Grammar School
Alexa
Eloisa
Luisa
Sam
Priory School
Chloe
Héloïse
Milly
Poppy
Rosa
Rose
Sofia
Southover CE Primary School
Carlotta
Daisy
Georgia
Lorenzo
Iris
South Malling CE Primary School
Arthur
Edith
Tove
Western Road Community Primary School
Coco
Rose
Mae
The Team
Amber Brown (Director)
I work on EU campaigns at CHEM Trust, an environmental and health NGO. We collaborate with scientists, other NGOs, and policymakers to improve chemical regulations and prevent chemical pollution from causing long-term damage to wildlife and humans. I have a BSc in Zoology and an MSc in Global Biodiversity Conservation.
Amy Knight (Facilitator)
I am a Facilitator and Designated Safeguarding Lead for Green United. I am also a PhD student and qualified primary school teacher interested in championing pupil voice.
Emma Montlake (Associate)
I am a Southover school Mum who works for the Environmental Law Foundation, which empowers local communities to participate in environmental decision-making and challenge bad decisions. Keeping it local is a crucial aspect of this approach.
Fred Hoad (Director)
I am a local accountant with school-aged children. I want their voices to be heard so that young people can have a greater say in the world.
John Parry (Founder)
I’m a Retired Senior Lecturer at the University of Sussex, and throughout my professional life, I have championed the voices of young people.
Perpetua Kirby (Associate)
I am a Lecturer in Childhood and Youth at the University of Sussex. I’m interested in how schools support children and young people in engaging with life’s uncertainties, such as climate change and COVID-19.
Simon Thompson (Director)
I’m a Professor of Education at the University of Sussex. I’m committed to ensuring all educational experiences have sustainability as a core focus and learning from the voices and concerns of children and young people. This is why I believe Green United is such an important initiative.