Parts of the event will be livestreamed and recorded here - virtual attendees do not need a ticket.

The Wild Center, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Smithsonian Institution, Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, the Climate Mental Health Network, New York City Department of Education Office of Sustainability, and the National Wildlife Federation invite you to the Educating for Climate Action Summit during Climate Week NYC. This Summit, held at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, will bring together formal and informal educators from diverse backgrounds to explore key themes in climate change education, including the integration of youth perspectives, Indigenous knowledge systems, and climate justice in learning experiences in and out of the classroom. An evening reception will celebrate new climate literacy resources!

The summit will feature sessions on a variety of important topics, such as:

Advancing Climate Literacy and Justice through P-12 and higher education
Building a Climate Ready Workforce
Exploring Indigenous innovations
Addressing Climate Change and Mental Health
Effective Communication Strategies for Climate Issues
Engaging Multiple Generations in Climate Action

See a detailed agenda here.

Featured speakers include:

Tecumseh Ceaser, Indigenous artist, cultural consultant, and Wampum Carver
Meredith McDermott, Director of Sustainability, NYC Department of Education
Jainey Bavishi, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and Deputy Administrator of NOAA
Dr. Jane Lubchenco, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (invited)
Over 40 youth, education, and governmental leaders

Join us to connect with fellow educators, youth, community leaders and decision makers, deepen your understanding of critical issues in climate change education, and leave with actionable strategies to take home to your learning environment. The reception will feature networking opportunities with leading climate education organizations and institutions.