Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls Get to Know Danni Washington
Apr 10, 2025
Danni Washington dives deep into her passion for the ocean and how it shaped her science career. She shares an inspiring encounter with environmental activist Xiye Bastida at a climate march, highlighting youth's vital role in environmental advocacy. The discussion emphasizes the importance of diverse voices in conservation efforts and the power of resilience in driving change. Exciting insights into imaginative play and the launch of a kid-friendly cookbook add a creative twist to the conversation.
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Ocean's Importance
- Danni Washington realized many people didn't grasp the ocean's importance to human life.
- This inspired her to bridge the gap between science and the public through communication.
Big Blue and You's Mission
- Big Blue and You, founded by Danni Washington, promotes ocean conservation.
- It uses art, science, and media to engage diverse communities often excluded from environmentalism.
Meeting Xiye Bastida
- Danni Washington met Xiye Bastida at the 2019 New York climate march.
- The next day, they connected, inspired by the 300,000-person protest.
