Earth Day has been celebrated globally for more than 50 years and is dedicated to promoting awareness of the health of our environment. During 2022, the thematic focus will be on climate action and the Climate Alliance will participate by exploring the intersection of climate and work via a virtual student event.
Across the globe, climate change is impacting careers and not only in closely related industries, such as renewable energy and technologies. First nation communities’ traditional work practices are being disrupted, agriculture and food security is threatened, health and emergency workers battle with climate-related sicknesses, viruses, and extreme weather events. Working practices and conditions for many are insecure, underpaid, and unfulfilling.
We invite students, researchers, and educators from around the world to share research and engage in live workshops designed to uncover what students want for their future careers and how we can make this happen. The program is designed to consider how climate literacy can be improved across diverse career paths and provide students international networking opportunities.
The virtual event will be a mix of live and recorded sessions spaced over an extended period during April 22nd to accommodate diverse time zones. Registration to the event is free and all are welcome to attend the talks. Workshops will also be free but will have limited capacity to ensure sufficient opportunities for all attendees to interact effectively.