Climate Change 101 For Parents: Addressing Climate Anxiety In Young People
19th November 2024
Are you a parent worried about how climate change will shape your children’s future?
This parent talk is for YOU!
Hosted by Dr. Pedi Obani, this insightful parent talk provided practical guidance to support families in navigating the challenges of a changing climate.
Speakers:
- Councillor Katie Dye, Chair Climate Emergency Advisory Committee. Co-chair of the Leeds Climate Commission
- Martin Flynn, Project Officer, Climate Action Leeds, Voluntary Action Leeds
- Abimbola Abikoye, Environmental Researcher. Founder Revamp Rave Network
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Key Takeaways:
- Practical steps parents can take to support children’s mental health amid climate anxiety.
- The importance of family-friendly climate actions and building resilience.
- Resources and innovations that can help families adapt to climate challenges.
Missed it or want to revisit the session?
📽️ You can watch the recording below:
Resources for Parents :-
Ecolog: A Free Quick Guide to the Basics of Climate Knowledge is a learning resource that mirrors how the earth sustains our livelihoods and explores how we contribute to the climate crisis.
Leeds By Example supports Leeds City Council’s ambition to become a carbon-neutral city by 2030. Find out more about the council’s strategy to respond to climate change.
We’re committed to making Leeds carbon neutral by 2030. Find out how we’re tackling the causes of climate change.
New Climate Commission Co-Chairs to help Leeds achieve ambitious net zero target
