In Conversation with Andurah Daxon
Passionate advocate for Bahamian waters, Andurah Daxon, emphasizes the critical role of education in mangrove restoration. In her leadership at Waterkeepers Bahamas, she engages the young people in programs to foster environmental stewardship. She illustrates how communities can drive meaningful change in the fight for climate resilience and ecosystem preservation in The Bahamas.
In Conversation with Gail Woon
Gail Woon has been a cornerstone of the Bahamian environmental movement for over thirty years. She is dedicated to promoting sustainability and environmental awareness, from her activism against long-line fishing to her children’s education non-profit, EARTHCARE spearheading coastal clean-ups and developing hands-on environmental opportunities. She advocates for renewable energy and climate resilience strategies to ensure that The Bahamas can thrive in the future.
In Conversation with Alannah Vellacott
Marine Ecologist and Science Communicator, Alannah Vellacott, demonstrates a deep commitment to coral reef restoration and ocean health. Vellacott underscores the critical role of public engagement, emphasizing how individuals can actively support marine conservation through everyday advocacy.
In Conversation with Nina Sanchez
As the Initiative Coordinator for The Bahamas at Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, Nina shares her efforts to promote responsible fishing practices and protect marine ecosystems. In this interview, Nina Sanchez’s work exemplifies the dedication and passion needed to drive meaningful change in marine conservation and inspire others to appreciate and protect the natural beauty of The Bahamas.
In Conversation with Amber Turner
The prominent Bahamian youth climate activist highlights her impact as a powerful voice for small island nations in the fight against climate change. From organizing creative workshops to representing her country on the global stage, Amber Turner has mobilized around environmental policy and gender representation in politics. This interview explores her vision for a sustainable future and the strategies she employs to inspire action and drive systemic change.
In Conversation with Dr. Winnie Kiiru
In this interview, Kenyan wildlife biologist and elephant conversationist, Dr. Winnie Kiiru, shares her educational journey, the barriers to African women in STEM careers, and her dedication to fostering youth local knowledge through her organization, CHD Conservation Kenya.
In Conversation with Mina Flores-Cantrell
Mina Flores-Cantrell on the water and energy crises in Guam, fighting militarization and colonization, and what it means to root her environmental advocacy in dedication to her Indigenous identities.
In Conversation with Vhon Michael Tobes
The writer and Zero Hour Philippines Founder on mental health and climate anxiety, prioritizing authenticity, and the dangers faced by environmental defenders in the Philippines.
In Conversation with Mitzi Jonelle Tan
The Fridays for Future Philippines and MAPA organizer on climate imperialism, confronting white saviorism in the climate movement, and how her Filipino heritage has shaped her climate justice activism.
In Conversation with Kier Blake
The Start:Empowerment co-founder on grassroots organizing, queer liberation, and fostering connections with love and vulnerability as their activism philosophy.
In Conversation with Alexia Leclercq
The Start:Empowerment co-founder on radical imagination, environmental justice education, and community care as a central climate solution.
In Conversation with Kiana Kazemi
The Intersectional Data Science Engineer on the connection between technology and environmental justice and why we must make STEM more inclusive.
In Conversation with Sharona Shnayder
The Tuesdays For Trash Founder on her Nigerian-Israeli background, movement-building, and navigating the environmental space as a Black woman.
In Conversation with Tammy Gan
The Singaporean writer on being an “activist-in-progress” and the pros and cons of digital media and social media advocacy.
In Conversation with Ayisha Siddiqa
The Polluters Out Co-Founder on exclusion at COP26, rebelling with poetry, and why the fossil fuel industry must be abolished.