Poet, writer, and lyricist Deepak Ramola takes audiences on a poetic journey to address climate change.

Ramola is the Founder and Artistic Director of Project FUEL, an organization

Poet, writer, and lyricist Deepak Ramola takes audiences on a poetic journey to address climate change.

Ramola is the Founder and Artistic Director of Project FUEL, an organization documenting human wisdom, and a former Kindness Ambassador for UNESCO MGIEP. His globally recognized educational methodology has positively impacted diverse communities, including the Masai tribe, Afghan girls, and Syrian refugees. He is also a celebrated Hindi Cinema lyricist and an award-winning author.

This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Last year, Dejah Powell founded Get Them to the Green (G2G) to foster environmental passion among Chicago youth, especially youth of color. G2G's first initiative was a summer camp, engaging 14

Last year, Dejah Powell founded Get Them to the Green (G2G) to foster environmental passion among Chicago youth, especially youth of color. G2G's first initiative was a summer camp, engaging 14 young people in environmental justice, sustainability, and food agriculture.

G2G has since partnered with Gardenneers to build a school garden at Powell’s elementary school, providing hands-on outdoor education. The organization also conducts environmental education workshops throughout the city.

Now a Cornell senior, Powell believes understanding environmental problems is key to solving them. She hopes urban environmental education will improve eco-literacy and help under-resourced communities access vital local and global conversations.

The planet faces critical challenges in the next 10-20 years due to climate breakdown, with critical systems on the verge of failure. Young people must decide whether to plan their lives based on

The planet faces critical challenges in the next 10-20 years due to climate breakdown, with critical systems on the verge of failure. Young people must decide whether to plan their lives based on endless growth and consumerism, or lead a movement to adapt to changing conditions. What role will AI play in our future?

Former NASA engineer Tom Riley, author of climate detective novels, Paul Beckwith, and host Dale Walkonen explore how stories can inspire necessary and ethical action. Tom Riley's latest novel, *Dark Heat*, is available on Amazon.

For more information about climate change, visit the FacingFuture Library at facingfuture.earth/library.

Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous

Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous communities.

El Puente's School Program supports children's educational expenses. The Food Program provides healthy meals and a gathering place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Their Microloan Program offers small loans, from $20 to $400, using proven methods that have combated poverty globally since 1987.

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Securing the global food system is paramount, given agriculture's vast ecological impact. John D. Liu and Willem Ferwerda, through Commonland and EcoRestoration Camps, lead large-scale efforts to

Securing the global food system is paramount, given agriculture's vast ecological impact. John D. Liu and Willem Ferwerda, through Commonland and EcoRestoration Camps, lead large-scale efforts to restore hydrological cycles, degraded soils, and ecosystems, fostering new communities.

Vegan activist Isaias Hernandez advocates for young climate activists, stressing that their future depends on nature's resilience and transformative human action for restoration. The program was hosted and edited by Raya Salter.

For more information, visit Ecosystem Restoration Communities, Commonland, and the FacingFuture Library.

Ethiopian entrepreneurs Mastewal, Rahwa, and Fozia share their transformative journeys after participating in the ITU/EIF "Tech as a driver of Women's Economic Opportunity" program. The digital

Ethiopian entrepreneurs Mastewal, Rahwa, and Fozia share their transformative journeys after participating in the ITU/EIF "Tech as a driver of Women's Economic Opportunity" program. The digital skills they gained were crucial in navigating challenges and propelling their success.

Dr. Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director of ITU's Telecommunication Development Bureau, showcases how technology empowers women-owned businesses and female entrepreneurs in Ethiopia, opening new markets and opportunities in the digital world. Learn more: ITU/EIF Regional Project

Arissa Jemaima (23) and Davina Devarajan (25) founded Women For Refugees (WFR), an NGO dedicated to empowering refugee women. Recognizing that these women are disenfranchised by policy gaps and

Arissa Jemaima (23) and Davina Devarajan (25) founded Women For Refugees (WFR), an NGO dedicated to empowering refugee women. Recognizing that these women are disenfranchised by policy gaps and social stigmas, lacking avenues for their voices, skills, and opportunities, WFR provides a grassroots platform, equipping them to become formidable community leaders.

Often, young people are overlooked in social change. However, Arissa and Davina champion community impact through grassroots initiatives, believing significant change begins with the courage to start from scratch. This story was shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.