FIGHTING FOR THE FUTURE : YOUTH ORGANIZING FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE Session 2

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For more than two decades, Dogwood has organized people-powered campaigns to transform our democracy, uphold Indigenous rights, and defend the climate, land and water that sustain life in B.C. Since 2016, Dogwood has devoted special attention to supporting youth-led campaigns for climate justice and voting rights. 

This February, join youth leaders in conversation with Dogwood staff about their organizing successes, along with hard-hitting political analysis on what it takes to win a better world for and as young people. These sessions are geared toward Canadian youth who want to organize for climate justice in their communities; and non-profit organizations that are looking to deepen their work with youth organizers. Each session will include critical analysis, real-world examples of success and failure, and time for Q&A.

Session 2 - Building Youth Power: Tactics to Win
February 17, 2022 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM ET
Cost: FREE

So you have a vision for your community... But how do you get started? And what does it take to make a meaningful change? This session digs into the strategies and tactics that young people have used to build power, from relational organizing and direct action to political pressure. Youth organizers from across B.C. will share their own organizing stories, and how they moved from identifying a problem to building a campaign to mobilizing tactics to make change – as well as their insights on how adults and adult-led groups can best support youth movements. Join us for insights on 'doing the work' to win a better world, and the tools, tricks, and supports that have led young activists to success.

Speakers:

  • Alexandra Woodsworth (host)
  • Ishmam Bhuiyan 
  • Sam Lin 
  • Emily Lowan

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Session 3 - In It for the Long Haul: Climate Grief and Sustainable Organizing
February 24, 2022 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM ET
Cost: FREE

Facing dire warnings from climate scientists and “blah blah blah” from global governments who don’t take youth seriously, young people today face a future filled with uncertainty. And yet, youth are leading movements that are transforming the world. Youth organizers will share their own perspectives on climate grief, structural challenges (racism, sexism, ageism), and imposter syndrome – as well as the hope, connection and purpose they’ve gained from being part of organizing communities. Need more context on how to reckon with climate grief while trying to change the world? Want to know what it takes to organize sustainably for the long haul? Join us for a panel and Q&A.

Speakers:

  • Paige Gorsak (host)
  • Naisha Khan 
  • Gabrielle Gelderman 
  • Janelle Lapointe

 

*A recording of each webinar and presentation slides will be provided to registrants following the presentations.

Date: 
Thursday, February 17, 2022 - 16:00