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Because protecting our children means protecting the living world they depend upon. I want to begin by saying something plainly. This is not a report, and I am not writing it as an expert standing at a podium. I am writing it from my heart, as a man who has spent close to two decades... Continue Reading →
An urgent nationwide appeal for the 2026 midterm elections — two days out. Our children cannot vote for the future they will inherit. Wildlife cannot walk into a polling place. Forests, wetlands, rivers, and oceans cannot demand that elected officials protect them. But we can. On Tuesday, November 3, Americans will decide who writes our... Continue Reading →
Saturday was a beautiful day in Astoria Park, Queens. I arrived with my conga drum, my daughter’s dog, and a need I had been carrying for some time: the need to play. The dog was thrilled. It may have been her first visit to a dog park, and she seemed to take in every sight,... Continue Reading →
A message to every young person about the Climate and Ecological Emergency Imagine waking up to clean air, drinking water you never have to worry about, eating food grown in healthy soil, and looking out at a world full of life — forests, rivers, animals, and people all thriving together. That should not be a... Continue Reading →
A human-and-AI collaboration. The questions are my nephew's. The heart is his too. My 14-year-old nephew has been watching. Not the way kids are supposed to watch — half-distracted, scrolling past. He watches the way you watch a storm coming in over water: closely, quietly, calculating. He has been studying this country's politics since the... Continue Reading →
Vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s the doorway to truth. And sometimes, the bravest answers come from the quietest hearts. — A Note for Parents Children notice far more than we often realize. Long before they have the words to describe cruelty, injustice, or emotional harm, they sense it — through tone, behavior, exclusion, and the... Continue Reading →
A message from a 7-year-old Hi Mom.Hi Dad.Hi Grandma and Grandpa. I’m only seven, so I don’t know all the big words yet. I’m still learning how to spell some things. But I know how I feel, and my teacher says feelings matter because they help us tell the truth. So I want to tell... Continue Reading →
The world stands at a critical juncture. The escalating climate and ecological emergencies demand immediate action, not just from governments and organizations, but from every individual. Among the most influential forces driving positive change are women and young adults. Their roles are not just supportive; they are pivotal. Embracing adaptive resiliency and harnessing the collective... Continue Reading →
Climate change is no longer a distant threat looming on the horizon; it's a pressing reality that is already impacting the lives of millions around the globe. While the environmental consequences are well-documented, a quieter crisis is unfolding—one that affects the mental health of our youth. Young people today are grappling with profound anxiety, fear,... Continue Reading →
Empowering Change Today for a Sustainable Future Tomorrow As parents, educators, and members of a global community, we share a profound responsibility: safeguarding the future of our children. The escalating Climate and Green Emergency poses unprecedented challenges that threaten not only our environment but the very lives of the youngest generation. At Climate Change Community... Continue Reading →
Good morning! When you retire or continue working past retirement age, I believe it's the perfect time to go back to school or get involved in self-directed learning (SDL) activities. Let me explain why: Mastering a Skill Takes Time It typically takes 6-8 years to truly master a skill or subject, whether through formal education... Continue Reading →
