Nakate on Climate Justice and Youth Activism

Founder of the Rise Up Climate Movement, Vanessa Nakate, discusses the global climate crisis and the importance of elevating the next generation of underrepresented environmental leaders with Jamia Jowers.

The UN estimates 1.3 billion people in Africa are “extremely vulnerable” to climate change as the continent is warming faster than the global average. Yet, African voices and leaders are frequently overlooked in the global climate movement. On Earth Day, leading climate justice activist Vanessa Nakate joins the Council to discuss the centrality of the next generation and underrepresented voices from the global south in addressing the climate crisis and building a sustainable, hopeful future for all.

Guest Speakers:
• Vanessa Nakate, Founder, Rise Up Climate Movement
• Jamia Jowers, Security Fellow, Truman National Security Project

Key Moments:
00:00 - Intro
2:06 – Climate Activism and Climate Change in Uganda: Challenges, Opportunities and Objectives
7:53 – Climate Change’s Disproportionate Impact on the Global South
10:55 – Legacy of Colonialism, Marginalization, and Its Impact on Climate Advocacy
23:16 – How Young Activists Can Hold Governments and Corporations Accountable
27:33 – Tackling Intersecting Geopolitical Crises and Importance of Grass-Roots Activism
34:55 – Climate Financing
38:34 – Stories of Hope for the Future
42:46 – Audience Q&A with Students
48:25 – Close

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[sheilagibson]

What makes these people think they are experts? Enough of this climate hysteria propaganda.