Ten Strands

?? A huge thank you to Karen Cowe of Ten Strands for being our guest! This Fireside Chat was led by Alexis, ECCLPs Grad Mentor. ?? With 50+ attendees, it was an inspiring session featuring Karen from Ten Strands, who shared her journey from advancing environmental literacy to championing climate change education in PK–12 schools. ??? She highlighted the game-changing role of partnerships, policy, and systems change. ?? ?? Our interns asked phenomenal questions and left with actionable insights to drive their work in climate education. #ECCLPS #ClimateEducation #TenStrands #Leadership #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalEducation

We’re proud to feature another outstanding CYCP mentor: Jeff Rivero! Jeff is a teacher and sustainability advisor for the Merced Union High School District. He works closely with students on social and environmental justice issues and supports economically disadvantaged communities. Thank you, Jeff, for your dedication to empowering our students and driving meaningful change! ?? ?? Learn more about CYCP: https://lnkd.in/gY4xq8Gq

Our friends at UC-CSU Environmental and Climate Change Literacy Projects (ECCLPs) featured our CEO, Karen Cowe, in their latest newsletter! ?? Read more about Karen's insightful Fireside Chat with the UC-CSU ECCLPs interns on "Policy as a Catalyst: Advancing Climate Change Education and Action Across the State" here: https://lnkd.in/gDTiB8pN

Today, we’re spotlighting another incredible CYCP mentor: Eric Havel! Eric leads environmental education and professional development at Community Resources for Science, bringing over thirty years of experience in climate literacy education for students, teachers, and adults. Thank you, Eric, for your dedication to our program and, most importantly, for empowering our students! ?? Learn more about CYCP:?https://lnkd.in/gY4xq8Gq

We are grateful for the efforts of our partners, fellow coalition members, and everyone who worked so hard to SUCCESSFULLY pass California Proposition 2 and Proposition 4. These bond measures will direct critical funding towards school greening which benefits students, communities, and the environment!

???? Exciting News from CYCP Cohort One Alum Liliana Karesh ???? In April, Liliana and her coalition,?Napa Schools for Climate Action, reached a huge milestone when their Climate Restoration Resolution was passed by the Napa Valley Unified School District. Since then, they have been dedicated to creating a toolkit to help other students take similar action and developing a climate curriculum focused on Climate Restoration for NVUSD. But the journey didn’t stop there! Over the summer, Liliana collaborated with Congressman Mike Thompson’s legislative analyst, Brian Kneiser, in Washington, D.C., to draft a?Congressional Climate Restoration Resolution.?After being finalized in September, Congressman Thompson officially introduced House Resolution 1563 on November 5, with FOUR original co-sponsors joining in support! ?? You can track the resolution here: https://lnkd.in/ghuCAchC Join us in celebrating Liliana and her team for making a groundbreaking step toward national climate action! ?? A huge shoutout also goes to the team behind the?California Youth Climate Policy Leadership Program (Andra Yeghoian, Julie Ira, Stephanie Seidmon, Sarah Ranney)—this achievement underscores the powerful impact of mentorship, advocacy, and education in empowering the next generation of climate leaders! Learn more about CYCP:?https://lnkd.in/gY4xq8Gq

Last week, chief innovation officer Andra Yeghoian attended the NAAEE 2024 Conference: Building Bridges! It was an incredible experience to learn, share, and connect with colleagues from all over North America and beyond. Huge thanks to North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) for organizing such a valuable space for networking and exchanging best practices in environmental education! ?? ?? ?? Check out the presentation poster: https://lnkd.in/gvuxgMb7

As the CYCP program nears its end, we want to give a big shoutout to some of our incredible mentors! ?? Our mentors play a vital role in collaborating with students, providing guidance and support as they develop their advocacy campaigns. Today, we’re highlighting Jamie Blatter, a north coast and climate specialist and educator in Humboldt County. Jamie has been an incredible mentor to aspiring young environmental leaders and has contributed to implementing climate adaptation projects. Thank you, Jamie, for your dedication and impact! ?? Learn more about CYCP:?https://lnkd.in/gY4xq8Gq

ICYMI: Pediatricians Dr. Danette Glassy and Dr. Pooja S. Tandon, MD MPH shared how spending time outdoors can boost kids' mental and physical health! ?? From reducing stress to enhancing cognitive skills, outdoor time offers incredible benefits. Read their blog post to learn why more pediatricians are "prescribing nature" and how communities can help ensure all kids have access to green spaces. https://lnkd.in/gu4jD6pf

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day—a day to honor the rich histories, cultures, and resilience of Indigenous communities around the world. Indigenous peoples have been the stewards of the land for generations, teaching us the importance of living in harmony with nature and protecting our planet for future generations.??? ?? On this day, we reflect on the wisdom, strength, and traditions of Indigenous peoples, and continue to advocate for equity, justice, and environmental protection. Together, we can uplift the Indigenous communities and work towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.