Deep Dive into COP27: In Conversation with Katharina Maier of Friday’s for Future USA
By Leah Vincent
Growing up, I had little to no exposure, access, or education regarding climate change. There was no one to guide me on my journey of activism and frankly, I dove into the deep end rather quickly. As a BIPOC climate activist still struggling to find her voice, Kristy Drutman’s project Browngirl Green, is an inspirational step forward in the right direction for other young minority activists in need of guidance. Inspired by Kristy’s call to “tap into your network,” I’ve decided to interview Katharina Maier, a lead organizer for the Climate Initiative: Fridays for Future in Berlin and the US. We discussed the impact of this year’s Conference of the Parties (COP27) and what people from all over the world can do to make an impact in their communities at home and abroad.
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