War and Climate Justice

Modern warfare has unleashed unprecedented environmental havoc in addition to tremendous loss of life. War is used as a tool of oppression and genocide to install the dominant culture and to take control of land and resources. The climate emergency cannot be resolved without ending war. The wealthiest countries have the highest greenhouse gas emissions […]

Loss and Damage: Nepal – who pays for climate catastrophes? (In-Person & Online)

Nepal has experienced a terrible climate catastrophe. The people and government of Nepal did not cause this catastrophe; the global North and its fossil fuel industries are the culprits. Decades ago science predicted such climate catastrophes and warned they would result if timely climate action isn’t taken. Who should pay for losses and damage caused […]

Women’s Leadership in Climate Justice: It will not happen without us!

Imagine every woman accessing her untapped genius and boldly fighting against oppression and all injustices. All that stops us is feeling powerless. Oppression divides us and leaves us feeling powerless; with healing we can move toward unity. When we see ourselves as leaders and boldly claim our brilliance, we can save each other and our […]

Understanding Antisemitism: Learning ways to end the use of antisemitism as a wedge issue dividing the Climate Movement

Antisemitism has increased significantly worldwide, including in the Climate Movement. In this workshop, you will learn how to distinguish when something is antisemitism and when it isn’t. A climate organization that works to defeat the racist, anti-Palestinian policies of the Israeli government is not antisemitic. A climate coalition that kicks out Jewish organizations if they […]

The importance of artists and art-making in the climate movement

The power of art to organize, connect, and educate has always put artists and art at the forefront of revolutions and social movements. In this period, artists are playing key roles in calling attention to, and organizing around, the climate crisis. Artists are working with designers, architects and scientists, for example, to create sustainable environments […]

AI and the Climate Crisis: who benefits, who bears the environmental costs

Artificial intelligence (AI) is often framed as a tool for innovation and progress. But the reality is that it carries significant environmental costs and damage that are frequently overlooked. This workshop examines the growing climate impact of AI, with a focus on freeing ourselves from any powerlessness we feel in taking on the AI industrial […]

ReWear the Revolution: Women, Fast Fashion, Eco Action

Fashion is the second most-polluting industry in the world after oil. Its value is estimated at three trillion dollars. It produces more greenhouse emissions than international flights and shipping combined. It is one of the largest consumers of freshwater on the planet. Women are targeted by and vulnerable to the fashion industry. Women are also […]