Lucy Grabe Watson

Lucy is a 25-year-old environmental activist from England dedicated to securing full legal protection for ancient woodlands. As the founder of Ancient Woodlands UK, a youth-led organization, she collaborates with various partners across the sector to amplify the voices of young people advocating for environmental preservation. In 2023, her campaign triumphed in the Woodland Trust’s Youth Igniting Innovation Challenge, garnering crucial funding and support. Lucy envisions expanding her organization to include educational initiatives about ancient woodlands and fostering partnerships with like-minded organizations worldwide.