Youth Climate Story: Climate Action in Ohio

Provided by: ACE |Published on: March 1, 2023

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Synopsis

This video features a young climate activist from Cleveland who started a local action team at her university to raise awareness about the climate crisis.
Students will learn about about the climate vulnerabilities of cities like Cleveland, including the urban heat-island effect, and how environmental injustice is impacting many of the people who live there.

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Subjects: Science, Civics

Authors: ACE

Region: North America, USA - Midwest, United States, Ohio

Languages: English

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Positives

The video highlights some of the specific things that Alana did to get her action team off the ground, including coalition-building and planning a climate march.
This video is relatable because it features a young person who is taking charge of her future by using the resources she has available.

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Teachers should define POC for students that are not familiar with the acronym.

Differentiation

This video could be the introduction to a lesson about environmental justice or urban heat and their impacts on communities of color.
Have students explore another youth story about the effects that heat waves are having in her city of Los Angeles and then discuss the similarities and differences between the two.
After watching the video, have students write a reflection paper on environmental justice issues, possibly using additional environmental justice teaching resources to supplement learning.
After discussing Alana's action plan, brainstorm steps that could be taken in students' own communities to address climate change.

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Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)

Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)'s mission is to educate, inspire and support young people to lead the fight for their future. To achieve their mission, ACE ensures young people have everything they need to understand the science of climate emergency and advocate for solutions.

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Youth Climate Story: Climate Action in Ohio

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