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Become a Community Guardian​

Join our thriving network of passionate Community Guardians working together for a cleaner and greener future.

Are you ready to fight for the planet and take your campaigning to the next level? Stand with us and our growing network of like minded Community Guardians, working together to help us tackle some of the most urgent environmental challenges we face today.

Community guardians are at the heart of what we do. You’ll be our eyes and ears on the ground, bringing together vibrant communities, sharing ideas and leading citizen science activations to gather vital evidence.

If this sounds like a bit of you, you’re in the right place.

Applications now being accepted. Closing date is Friday 1st September.

So what does being a Community Guardian involve?

Here’s just a few ways you can be involved as a Community Guardian volunteer.

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On patrol

On patrol

Take charge of organising and leading litter picks in your local area. You will play a crucial role in creating a litter-free community and also collecting valuable litter data that we can use as evidence to demand change from the top down.

Water testing

Water testing

We’ll give you the tools to test water quality as well as to encourage others to do the same, supporting and training other volunteers in your local community to conduct regular sampling and data collection.

Get social

Get social

Take charge of the local Facebook page to share regular updates, create events and bring your community together. This responsibility ensures your community stays informed about the latest litter picks, water quality information, local environmental news and important updates from Planet Patrol.

Spread the word

Spread the word

Help us spread the word about Planet Patrol's work and the opportunities available to take meaningful action for the planet through citizen science. From leading a school assembly to running a stall at your local festival- whatever’s your jam.

Stay connected

Stay connected

Gain access to our exclusive community of like minded people across the UK. Connect, exchange ideas, share stories and make friends with individuals who share your passion.

Be our Voice

Be our Voice

As a Community Guardian, you’re the voice of Planet Patrol in your own community. You have the power to raise awareness, advocate for environmental issues, and inspire positive change among those around you.

Register your interest and the driving force for change.

There’s power in numbers. Together, we can tackle environmental issues, collect vital data, and create a better future for our planet.
Applications now being accepted. Closing date is Friday 1st September.

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