The Gaia Journal

Our mission is to empower young creators to inspire environmental awareness and hope for the planet through their ideas and imagination.

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Our Founders

Nina Shulga
Founder

Nina Shulga

Nina is currently a sophomore in high school (French Immersion program) who loves reading - especially Frank Herbert and Jane Austen (even if they are completely different), writing, and all things eco-friendly. She's the founder of The Gaia Journal, an eco-literary magazine for earth and art lovers.

Mezu Ekechukwu
Co-Founder

Mezu Ekechukwu

Mezu is the co-founder of The Gaia Journal. She is a current high school sophomore with a love for chocolate (especially dark), creative writing, old architecture and any kind of sustainable art. With this magazine she hopes to help encourage youth to become more eco-friendly and environmentally conscious.

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Why We Created Gaia Journal

Gaia Journal was created to give young people a space to respond to the climate crisis through creativity rather than fear. We wanted a place where writing, art, and ideas could spark awareness, hope, and connection with the planet.

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Nova Scotia Roots, Global Reach

Gaia Journal began in Nova Scotia, but our vision reaches far beyond. While we are rooted here, we hope to have members and readers from all over the world: young creatives connected by a shared love for the planet and a desire to make a difference through art, writing, and ideas.

Our Members

We're currently reviewing applications and building our team of passionate young creators.

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Ready to Make a Difference?

Join our growing community of young environmental advocates. Whether you're a writer, artist, or passionate about outreach, there's a place for you at The Gaia Journal.

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Read Our Issues

Coming Soon

Issue I: Roots & Renewal

Our debut issue explores themes of growth, connection to the earth, and the renewal of hope through creative expression.

Stay tuned! The flipbook will be available here once published.

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Submit Your Work

Have a story, poem, artwork, or idea to share? We'd love to feature your creative work in our upcoming issues. All young creators are welcome to submit.

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Interviews

Inspiring conversations with environmental advocates, artists, and changemakers.

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Interviews Coming Soon

We're preparing exclusive interviews with environmental advocates, eco-artists, and young leaders making a difference. Stay tuned for inspiring stories and insights.

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Request an Interview

Know someone making a positive impact on the environment? Have a story to share? We'd love to hear from you!

Whether you're an environmental advocate wanting to share your journey, or you know someone whose story deserves to be told, reach out to us.

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Community Update

Issue I: Roots & Renewal

Coming Soon!

Our inaugural issue is in the works! Follow us on social media to be the first to know when it drops.

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Contact Us

Have questions, ideas, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us an email and let's connect!

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