Events & Experiences

The program is an eight-week training program that trains climate ambassadors to use data and Climate Interactive’s tools to model scenarios that mitigate the worst impacts of climate change. We use cutting-edge climate data and tools, and we amplify impact by leading presentations to communities and climate decision-makers worldwide.

The event looks at how women of color face backlash for anything they do. Since all fields of work and study are predominantly male, women face extreme hardships. Systems have been established for centuries to oppress and control women. In the United States, women of color were not able to vote until the late 1960s, 70s, and 90s, depending on what group they belonged to. Women have always been thought of as property, which means that even in modern times, systems still find it difficult to treat women with respect. Such reasons are why women in any field of work or study are not respected as equal peers.

The event discusses the importance of addressing female inclusion within climate fields for effective climate response. Georgetown University published a report that examines the large number of women who work in the climate sector and their participation. In order to achieve an effective climate response, this large number of women needs to be included in the discussion and provided with proper training and support.

Students from Chernivtsi National University in Ukraine shared with us their experiences living in Ukraine during the ongoing conflict with Russia. They live in fear for their own and their countrymen's lives, with many having family members on the battlefield. Even though their lives have completely changed, they haven't given up hope for the future or their dreams. They still pursue their education and work, no matter what might be ongoing in their country. 

The event analyzes how media recontextualizes people of color in a negative light compared to their white counterparts. To excuse the things done to people of color, the media writes them out as the issue instead of the victim. Recontextualization reinforces racism and classism. We choose media content to consume because it relates directly to our beliefs. It connects to our beliefs, ideologies, and cultural preferences. It reifies our own existence. Since society is extremely reliant on media, it’s important for people to feel represented instead of villainized.

The event gathers FIU graduates to share and discuss their experiences throughout their careers, from graduating at FIU onward.