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Climate Activism in the Age of COVID-19

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Overview

Explore strategies for maintaining climate activism during the COVID-19 pandemic in this thought-provoking panel discussion featuring prominent environmental leaders. Gain insights from Bill McKibben, Alexandria Villaseñor, and Benji Backer as they address topics such as social distancing's impact on activism, lessons learned from the pandemic, necessary sacrifices for climate action, and planning for a sustainable future. Discover opportunities for real change, learn how to cope with climate anxiety, and find actionable ways to contribute to the cause while in quarantine. Delve into intergenerational activism, financial sector involvement, and effective methods for organizing and bringing people together in pursuit of environmental goals.

Syllabus

Intro
Social Distancing
Lessons from COVID
Sacrifices for the climate
How to plan for the future
What should future leaders think about
Alexandria and Benjie
Alexandria
Opportunities to make real change
Whats next
What are you most looking forward to
Dealing with climate anxiety and stress
Taking action during quarantine
Advice for new organizers
How to find out more
Moving the financial sector
Bringing people together
Intergenerational activism

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The Aspen Institute

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