Climate change not only destroys land but also erases cultures, identities, and ways of knowing. In this talk, Riley Devereaux explains how rising seas and climate displacement inflict cultural

Climate change not only destroys land but also erases cultures, identities, and ways of knowing. In this talk, Riley Devereaux explains how rising seas and climate displacement inflict cultural and epistemic violence on Indigenous communities, such as those in Tuvalu. Riley argues that climate action must be recognized as a human rights responsibility, not just an environmental concern.

Riley Devereaux, a senior at Battlefield High School, is a passionate advocate for politics and civic engagement, holding numerous leadership positions. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, educating the community on these critical issues. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Amara Ifeji, 20, recognized the lack of environmental opportunities in marginalized communities. In 2018, she began facilitating environmental learning for students of color. She later became a

Amara Ifeji, 20, recognized the lack of environmental opportunities in marginalized communities. In 2018, she began facilitating environmental learning for students of color. She later became a director for the Maine Environmental Changemakers Network, an intergenerational group of 400+ youth promoting a just, inclusive, and equitable environmental movement.

Amara elevates youth voices in state and federal policy. In 2021, she coordinated Maine’s first climate education summit, gathering young people’s visions. This led to her helping create and implement a bill funding over $2 million for climate education in the state. Learn more at broweryouthawards.org.

Alex Epstein co-founded the New York 2 New Orleans Coalition, a network of NYC high school students addressing parallel community struggles. After moving to Philadelphia for college, he co-founded

Alex Epstein co-founded the New York 2 New Orleans Coalition, a network of NYC high school students addressing parallel community struggles. After moving to Philadelphia for college, he co-founded The Philadelphia Urban Creators (PUC), an organization of young community organizers dedicated to fostering sustainable and equitable development from the ground up.

Epstein is a recipient of the prestigious Brower Youth Award. These awards recognize North American individuals aged 13 to 22 who demonstrate outstanding leadership on projects with significant positive environmental and social impact. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.

The Yale Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative (ELTI) offers an Online Certificate Program in tropical forest landscape conservation and restoration. This program addresses pressing

The Yale Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative (ELTI) offers an Online Certificate Program in tropical forest landscape conservation and restoration. This program addresses pressing environmental and social challenges, supporting ecosystem functioning, climate action, food security, and economic growth.

Over one year, you will learn to design, implement, and monitor effective conservation initiatives, from projects to policies, at any scale. Leveraging the expertise of Yale F&ES faculty and ELTI's extensive network, you will gain practical skills applicable to your own work.

For more information, visit the program website: https://tropicalrestorationcertificate.yale.edu/

Clean energy entrepreneur Danny Kennedy explores the promise and challenges of the global transition to renewable energy. He asserts that while the shift is urgent, millions of clean energy

Clean energy entrepreneur Danny Kennedy explores the promise and challenges of the global transition to renewable energy. He asserts that while the shift is urgent, millions of clean energy entrepreneurs and startups, partnered with determined Indigenous leadership worldwide, can achieve this transition in time to avert climate breakdown.

Kennedy, an eco-activist turned clean-technology entrepreneur, is a leading figure in capitalizing on the green economy. He currently serves as CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit that provides funds, accelerators, and networks to drive clean energy innovation and adoption.

Kate Miller, a Portland-based designer at Kate Miller Sustainable Interiors, specializes in lighting design, emphasizing energy conservation. She discusses her latest project with QUAD Inc., a

Kate Miller, a Portland-based designer at Kate Miller Sustainable Interiors, specializes in lighting design, emphasizing energy conservation. She discusses her latest project with QUAD Inc., a non-profit assisting low-income adults with severe physical disabilities, and her career in sustainable design.

Miller stresses collaboration and trust as keys to success, advocating for a focus on social equity this year.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability progress, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

Dominique Nils Conseil became president of Aveda in 2000, succeeding founder Horst Rechelbacher. The French cosmetics executive was

Dominique Nils Conseil became president of Aveda in 2000, succeeding founder Horst Rechelbacher. The French cosmetics executive was dedicated to preserving Rechelbacher's original mission: bringing safe, environmentally friendly products to market.

In this interview, Conseil discusses Aveda's culture of sustainability. He was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv at Portland State University's Center for Global Leadership in Sustainability, during the Business and Sustainability Conference in November 2010.

Tennis legend Billie Jean King congratulated Dr. Bernice Sandler, "godmother of Title IX," for receiving an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from

Tennis legend Billie Jean King congratulated Dr. Bernice Sandler, "godmother of Title IX," for receiving an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Drexel University. President John A. Fry presented the award during the Institute for Women's Health and Leadership's 20th Anniversary celebration.

Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex-based discrimination in any federally funded educational program or activity in the U.S.

Rimp Dorjee Lepcha is a Senior Engineer for the Sikkim State Government and Project Director for the Asian Development Bank's South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Development Project. He also serves

Rimp Dorjee Lepcha is a Senior Engineer for the Sikkim State Government and Project Director for the Asian Development Bank's South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Development Project. He also serves as President of Rotary Club, Gangtok South, and India’s Goodwill Ambassador to Brazil.

As a Hazard Safety Cell member, he led post-earthquake rehabilitation efforts. His valuable contributions earned him invitations from Taiwan as a ‘Future Leader of South Asia’ and from the US Government for an International Visitors Leadership Program on disaster management.

Passionate about mountain well-being, Lepcha advocates for sustainability and disaster aversion, highlighting the Himalayas as the 'third pole' and the importance of educating children on resource respect. Learn more at his TEDx talk: https://www.ted.com/tedx

Casey, a respected activist for Indigenous rights, women's leadership, and the "Rights of Nature" movement, explores Indigenous perspectives on humanity's relationship with the natural world. She

Casey, a respected activist for Indigenous rights, women's leadership, and the "Rights of Nature" movement, explores Indigenous perspectives on humanity's relationship with the natural world. She shares ancestral wisdom for harmoniously interacting with Earth, Air, Water, and Fire.

This talk highlights sophisticated traditional Indigenous land, water, and fire stewardship strategies. These methods, now being "rediscovered" by contemporary managers, offer crucial lessons for addressing the climate crisis.

Originally delivered as a keynote at the 2024 Bioneers Conference, other talks can be found at www.bioneers.org.