A panel of scholars, activists, and professionals in the Climate Justice movement share their experiences in working towards a sustainable and just world. A broad range of topics will be discussed through a lens of decolonization: the Green New Deal, financial institutions behind fossil fuels, and the environmental impacts of U.S military bases abroad.

Panelists:

Thea Riofrancos, Professor, Providence College, co-author of “A Planet to Win: Why We Need a Green New Deal”

Dr. Mozhgan Savabieasfahani, Independent Researcher, Winner of the 2015 Rachel Carson award

Ruth Breech, Climate and Energy Senior Campaigner, Rainforest Action Network