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Friday, July 24 • 10:00am - 10:50am
Keynote: Youth Voices on Climate Action

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This keynote session will feature the voices of three young people who are leading on climate action across the country: Elise Pierson from New York State, Cristina Erickson from Minnesota, and Juwaria Jama from Minnesota.  Hear first-hand accounts that speak to the different climate action strategies available to youth and how adults can best support youth-led initiatives.

Speakers
avatar for Elise Pierson

Elise Pierson

Student, Lake Placid Central High School
My name is Elise Pierson, and I'm a recent graduate from Lake Placid High School. Since freshman year I have been very involved in environmental club, particularly concerning Climate Smart Communities, and community outreach through presenting and coordinating an annual climate awareness... Read More →
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Cristina Erickson

Creative Director, Minnesota Youth Climate Strike
Cristina Erickson is the Creative Director for the Minnesota Youth Climate Strike. Cristina is interested in the intersections between climate justice and other social justice issues, especially immigration justice. When Cristina is not working on organizing, she is playing soccer... Read More →
avatar for Juwaria Jama

Juwaria Jama

State Lead, MN Climate Strike


Friday July 24, 2020 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
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