"It is comforting to know you are not alone in the journey of motherhood or climate action. It’s something we can all do to know that we stood up when it mattered, and — as our kids get older — we act as role models."
On Mother's Day 2023, Marianne Ariganello, of the Ottawa-Gatineau For Our Kids' team, reflects on why she dedicates so much time and energy to climate justice.
“It’s also a great opportunity for empowering the kids, and we can advocate for their future together,” [For Our Kids Burnaby member Kate] McMahon said. “I think being able to stand up there, use their own voices in a safe place, and seeing the adults around them advocating for their future...and teaching them how to use their own voices. I think this is a good way to counter anxiety, which is caused not only by worry about what the future holds but by seeing the inaction of their leaders as well.”
Read Lubna El Elaimy's full article in the Burnaby Observer here.
At a time when the disconnect between our politics and the reality of the climate crisis has never been more stark, the crowd was large enough to show those in attendance that they are not alone in their outrage or in harboring the view that we are in trouble.
You can read Seth Klein's full article in The National Observer here.
Protecting our kids requires us to take action in the face of environmental crises like wildfires and smoky skies. Fortunately, there are many places to start.
You can read Brittany Hopkins full article in The Narwhal here.