Alexandria, VA– February 4, 2025 – Seed Your Future proudly announces the return of Green Career Week, a nationwide initiative to connect students with diverse and rewarding career opportunities in horticulture and related green industries. The week of March 3–7, 2025, is designed to inspire young minds to explore pathways that combine science, art, technology, and sustainability.

With the global population growing and environmental challenges increasing, the demand for skilled professionals in green industries has never been greater. Green Career Week bridges the gap between students and industry leaders, cultivating a future workforce prepared to address these challenges with innovative solutions.

"Horticulture lies at the intersection of science, art, and sustainability," said Jazmin Albarran, executive director of Seed Your Future. "Through Green Career Week, we aim to spark curiosity and passion in young people, showing them how green careers empower them to make a lasting impact on the world."

What Happens During Green Career Week Throughout the week, participating businesses, organizations, and educational institutions collaborate to showcase horticulture's vital role in daily life. Activities will highlight career paths ranging from landscaping and plant science to sustainable agriculture and urban forestry. Students, educators, and industry professionals will come together for hands-on demonstrations, facility tours, mentoring sessions, and more.

Since its launch in 2022, Green Career Week has reached 15,000+ students, connected them with 500+ companies, and fostered countless relationships that have led to meaningful career opportunities in the green industry.

How to Get Involved:

For Educators: Host classroom discussions, plan field trips, or invite industry professionals to speak about green careers.

For Industry Professionals: Partner with schools to offer hands-on demonstrations, facility tours, or mentoring opportunities.

For Students: Explore your interests by participating in activities, asking questions, and learning about the various roles in the green industry. Take the plant power quiz to discover what horticulture careers align with your passions link: We Are BLOOM! : BLOOM!

Seed Your Future offers free resources to help participants plan and execute Green Career Week activities, including lesson plans, career guides, and promotional materials. These tools are designed to make it easy for everyone to join the movement and showcase the value of green careers.

Join the Movement! To learn more about Green Career Week, access resources, or get involved, visit www.Seedyourfuture.org/green-career-week.

Jazmin Albarran, Executive Director is available for interviews upon request.