Voices for Change:
Democracy and Climate Action
Voices for Change is a powerful multimedia collaboration between the Human Impacts Institute and PBS WNET Group’s Preserving Democracy initiative.
This initiative explores the vital link between a thriving democracy and bold climate action, emphasizing how civic participation is key to building resilient communities. Through storytelling and artistic expression, we are empowering individuals to raise their voices, share their experiences, and inspire collective action for a more sustainable future.
By highlighting personal narratives and creative works, Voices for Change demonstrates that a healthy democracy is essential for confronting the climate crisis, protecting communities, and preserving our cultural heritage. Join us as we amplify the voices that are shaping the path to a just, resilient, and climate-conscious world.
Voices for Change Series
Explore our powerful digital series presented by the Human Impacts Institute in partnership with WNET Group' s Preserving Democracy initiative. Here, leaders across fields share unique and inspiring perspectives on the intersection of democracy, climate, and community.
Hosted by Hari Sreenivasan, PBS WNET, each talk highlights innovative approaches to preserve democracy while tackling climate challenges.
Our featured conversations include:
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Why Leadership Matters with Jay Hakes, former Administrator of the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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Why Stories Matter with Mark Hertsgaard, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Covering Climate Now.
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Why Voting Matters with Antonieta Cadiz, Deputy Executive Director of Climate Power En Acción.
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Why Youth Matter with Sophia Kianni, Founder and President of Climate Cardinals.
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Why Art Matters featuring the winning artist from the Voices for Change: Democracy and Climate Action poster competition, Rhonda Babb, Founder of The Hope Symbol Project.
Each episode brings forward powerful narratives on how a thriving democracy supports the fight against climate change, protects communities, and uplifts cultures. Join us as these leaders offer their insights into the critical role of democratic values in creating sustainable, community-driven climate solutions.
Your Voices on What Matters
Voices for Change: Democracy and Climate Action is a multi-part digital series, hosted by The WNET Group’s Hari Sreenivasan, aimed at showcasing the crucial connection between democracy and effective climate action through a variety of personal perspectives. The conversations with climate change leaders offer inspiring and diverse ways to preserve democracy in relation to climate, culture and community. They also recognize how a healthy democracy is essential for addressing the climate crisis and protecting our communities and cultures. Take a look below.
Share Your Stories
Share your perspectives on why preserving democracy is key to a sustainable future. Record a short video telling us how democracy drives climate solutions and strengthens your community!
How is democracy essential for climate action and protecting
your community?
Post your story on Instagram and tag us
@humanimpactsinstitute @thirteenwnet #readytovote2024 #democracyandclimate
Your work may be featured as part of our Voices for Change series! Because we know your voice matters and your vote matters for our climate and our communities!
Creativity for Democracy and Climate Action
Take a look at the amazing designs being created from around the world to preserve democracy and inspire climate action. Like a design? Download and use for your climate action and civic engagement project. And vote for your favorites by liking the images below. All designs below are Creative Commons license and available for your non-commercial use!
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About the Human Impacts Institute
The Human Impacts Institute is dedicated to empowering communities to understand and tackle the interconnected challenges of climate change and social justice. Through innovative programs, creative engagement, and collaborative initiatives, the Institute promotes sustainability and resilience. It focuses on amplifying diverse voices, especially those from frontline communities, to drive meaningful climate action and foster a more equitable future.
About the Preserving Democracy Program
The Preserving Democracy program of WNET/PBS aims to safeguard democratic values and practices in the face of growing challenges. It emphasizes the importance of civic engagement, public discourse, and grassroots activism as essential components of a healthy democracy. By bringing together diverse perspectives and fostering dialogue, this program seeks to strengthen community ties and ensure that all voices are heard in decision-making processes.
This program is an educational nonpartisan effort to educate and engage the general public. We do not endorse or oppose any candidate for office and encourage viewers to educate themselves about the issues that matter to them and to exercise their right to vote.