The New Faces of Global Impact: Activist Collaboration for Climate Justice
An Indian policy and governance advocate. An Argentine human rights lawyer. A German-Namibian war orphan who became a fashion designer. An Indigenous peasant from Colombia. A land defender from the tribal lands of Mochiwala and Mahsan in Pakistan. Fridays for Future representatives from the Philippines and Uganda…
There is more diversity among climate activists than among the policymakers present today at COP27. Five activists share their origin stories and the efforts that have defined their careers. What can our leaders learn from the diverse and decentralized leadership models of the youth climate movement — and how can its voices influence high-level negotiations? What can these activists teach us about enabling different, more collaborative solutions, while converging toward a common goal?
Featuring
- Declan Walsh Moderator Chief Africa Correspondent, The New York Times Learn more about Declan Walsh
- Ina-Maria Shikongo Climate Justice Activist Learn more about Ina-Maria Shikongo
- Nicki Becker Climate Justice Activist Learn more about Nicki Becker
- Hilda Flavia Nakabuye Climate Activist and Founder, Fridays For Future Uganda Learn more about Hilda Flavia Nakabuye
- Disha A. Ravi Climate Justice Activist and Co-Founder, Fridays For Future India Learn more about Disha A. Ravi
- Laura Verónica Munoz Climate Justice Activist Learn more about Laura Verónica Munoz