UNGA Guide 2023Colonialism and racism have devastated the way of life of many Africans, leaving them extremely vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Because their land has been taken away, many people are also facing violence, civil war, and genocide. Yet it is possible to heal from this trauma and strengthen our resolve to combat and...
As people of Latin America, we know how capable and resilient we are and how precious our territories and all the life that inhabits them are. In this workshop, we will remember and share our experiences of what we have lost, but also focus on what we want to protect and preserve, using listening tools...
Colonization and capitalism have disconnected us from our connection with each other, our basic human needs, and the land. There is so much to learn from indigenous cultures, especially around our relationships – with nature, ourselves, and each other. In this workshop we will share ways we can use engaged listening to back Indigenous leaders...
Disability must be addressed as an important part of climate policy because it is present in every race, sex, class, sexual preference, age, and everything else. Disability is the part of an identity that gets left out because no one wants to think it matters and everyone is afraid a disability could happen to them....
In this class, we will offer an in-depth look at tools that have helped people address emotional barriers to effective climate organizing. We will share details of our theory and provide opportunities to practice our listening tools in pairs and small groups. The class will demonstrate how using these tools can help us address common...
Art is at the center of every social movement! Join us for a hands-on art-making workshop. We will share stories of how climate change has affected our lives and the people we care about. We will learn exciting ways to make art inspired by our stories. No experience is necessary–everyone is welcome!
In this class, we will offer an in-depth look at tools that have helped people address emotional barriers to effective climate organizing. We will share details of our theory and provide opportunities to practice our listening tools in pairs and small groups. The class will demonstrate how using these tools can help us address common...
Racism has a deeply damaging and divisive effect on everyone. Please join us in this interactive workshop to hear about the effective approaches used by Sustaining All Life and United to End Racism to heal from the damaging effects of racism, both on us personally and on our climate organizations and movement.
Join us for some intergenerational fun for families, while thinking about our mother earth and how we can work together to reverse climate change. We’ll make art together–visuals, music, dance, movement, and storytelling. We’ll have circles where people can share their visions of a family-friendly environment. We’ll have a circus-inspired parade to bring us together...