Empowering Schools: Linking Climate Action to Safeguarding

I have long demonstrated that climate change should be included in school safeguarding policies, as it impacts children's well-being and education. As the East of England's Regional Hub Manager for the Climate Ambassadors scheme, I have began to assist schools in making safeguarding policies climate literate. Recent work with the Halcyon Federation focused on integrating climate action into safeguarding measures. Read how we got there.

Stephen Blenkinsop: GIS, Climate Action in the North East, and a Passion for Tea and Doctor Who

The Climate Ambassadors scheme is a national initiative aimed at empowering young people to take action on climate change. The scheme has nine regional hubs across England, each led by a dedicated team of experts. In the North East, the hub is led by Stephen Blenkinsop, a Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University with a passion … Continue reading Stephen Blenkinsop: GIS, Climate Action in the North East, and a Passion for Tea and Doctor Who

Londoner Annie Risner Supporting Education Settings in the Charge for Climate Action

The Climate Ambassadors scheme empowers young people to address climate change, with nine regional hubs across England. Annie Risner, leading the London hub, draws from her diverse background and community engagement experience. Her focus is on empowering schools and early years settings, fostering collaboration, and promoting creative climate action. With her leadership and the scheme's support, London's youth are empowered to create a more sustainable future.

Matilda Crane: Leading the charge for climate action in the East Midlands

Matilda Crane, the East Midlands Climate Ambassadors Regional Hub Manager, is a passionate advocate for environmental protection and community engagement. Based at the Universities for Nottingham, a partnership between the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University, Matilda's role is to inspire and empower individuals and organisations to take action on climate change. Matilda's journey … Continue reading Matilda Crane: Leading the charge for climate action in the East Midlands

Gemma Bailey: Supporting your Sustainability and Climate Action Engagement in Southeast England

Gemma Bailey, the Climate Ambassadors Regional Hub Manager for Southeast England, is dedicated to promoting sustainability and community engagement. With a background in zoology and a Master's degree in Sustainable Development, she empowers schools and communities to take climate action. Listen to the Coffee & Geography podcast to learn more about her work.

Calling All Climate Champions: Meet Cormac, Northwest Climate Ambassador Regional Manager

In a recent episode of the Coffee & Geography Podcast, I sat down with Cormac Lawler, the dynamic new Regional Hub Manager for the Climate Ambassadors scheme in the Northwest of England. A self-proclaimed "sociable introvert" with a passion for community and the environment, Cormac is the perfect person to lead this important initiative. Originally … Continue reading Calling All Climate Champions: Meet Cormac, Northwest Climate Ambassador Regional Manager

New role: Connecting Schools, Experts and Climate Enthusiasts in the East of England

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is coordinating the East of England hub for the Climate Ambassador Scheme, a national initiative to provide expert support to nurseries, schools, and colleges in their sustainability efforts. The Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research at UEA will lead the recruitment and training of volunteer Climate Ambassadors to empower educators and students in the region to take meaningful climate action. The East of England, particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, will benefit from this scheme as it equips the next generation with the skills and knowledge to navigate a changing planet.