The Wild Center to Co-Host “Educating for Climate Action Summit” with the Smithsonian, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and National Wildlife Federation during NYC Climate Week
Tupper Lake, N.Y. – The Wild Center will join the Smithsonian, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the National Wildlife Federation to co-host the “Educating for Climate Action Summit” on September 24 during Climate Week NYC. The event will take place at the National Museum of the American Indian in New York, bringing together a network of partner organizations to deliver workshops, keynote sessions, and a reception for formal and informal educators from diverse backgrounds. The event begins at 1 p.m. and is free and open to the public, with registration required.
The Summit aims to explore critical themes in climate change education, including youth leadership, indigenous knowledge, and social justice. As a leader in environmental education and climate action, The Wild Center will play a key role in the Summit's offerings, showcasing how its work in the Adirondacks integrates youth voices and community-level climate action.
“The urgency of the climate crisis requires innovative and collaborative solutions. This Summit brings together diverse voices that are essential to building a just and resilient future," said Jen Kretser, Director of Climate Initiatives at The Wild Center. “At The Wild Center, we’ve seen the power of youth-led climate action, and we are excited to share these stories and strategies with a broader audience.”
Attendees will have access to 12 sessions covering a range of important topics, including:
- Building a climate-ready workforce
- Promoting community climate resilience
- Addressing mental health in the face of climate change
- Communicating climate issues effectively
- Engaging multiple generations in climate action
For more information and to view the full Summit schedule, visit the event registration page here.