CLEAN Teleconference Call September 13, 2016
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Bolstering Climate Literacy Internationally with the World Climate Simulation with Ellie Johnston and Grace Mwaura, Climate Interactive
Abstract:
Over 20,000 people spread across at least 57 countries have participated in the World Climate Simulation, a role-playing exercise of the UN climate negotiations. Facilitators will share their experiences using this simulation in a wide variety of contexts and discuss the potential for it to reach even more people. Learn more about the World Climate Simulation at: https://www.climateinteractive.org/programs/world-climate/
Bio: Ellie Johnston and Grace Mwaura, Climate Interactive
Ellie Johnston leads Climate Interactive's global climate and energy efforts. She has built up Climate Interactive's engagement programs to extend to thousands worldwide. Through this, Ellie is working to deepen and expand global understanding on how to act on climate change and related systemic challenges by bridging the gaps between science and policy.
Ellie is also on the Board of Directors of SustainUS and formerly led the organization, which has brought hundreds of young people to participate in United Nations meetings and develop expertise in effective advocacy and leadership on climate change and sustainable development. Ellie has spoken at numerous UN meetings, the White House, and many conferences on climate change.
Grace Mwaura works with Climate Interactive to elevate the reach of World Climate simulation tools and events throughout Africa. She works at the intersection of science, development and policy and is a science communication enthusiast. She has a PhD in Geography and the Environment from Oxford.
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