Community voices
COLUMN | 1 island nation moves to the metaverse as many weigh allies to stay above water
Relentless pushback from larger countries – like the United States and Australia – to meaningfully reduce their emissions has left 38 island nations looking to the future of what their nations may one day become.
I lost a veteran to suicide, so I went on a search for preventions that work
Our series on veteran suicide prevention starts with a deeply personal story.
COLUMN | What’s the glue that connects global youth activists? Social media and more
Youth movements in Minnesota can learn from the coalitions formed at the COP by maximizing their social media presence to convey their message.
COLUMN | What climate migrants want from us: Accountability and legal status
Global climate refugees are not acknowledged legally.
COLUMN | Climate leaders mum on the impact of far-right populism. Here’s why we need to talk about it
Minnesota student found it surprisingly difficult to discuss politics at the latest U.N. Climate Change Conference in Egypt.
COLUMN | Emotional appeals at COP27 gave weight to the need for international funding
Climate change is having a detrimental impact on millions across the world. People in the most vulnerable positions are pleading for financial support.
COLUMN | Listen, act and hope: Insights from the small islanders most impacted by climate change
At COP27 I set out to amplify the voices of Indigenous people, women and youth from small islands.
COLUMN | Necessary and imperfect: Finance programs for countries hit hard by climate change
Countries facing the worst damage caused by climate change have some of the lowest carbon emissions per capita.
COLUMN | Policy, mapping and land management: Here’s how Indigenous groups can help the Amazon Rainforest survive
Indigenous activists share some needed steps to ensure action against climate change and protection of Indigenous rights in the Amazon.
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