TED Talks Daily The young climate activists moving Africa into the future | Vanessa Nakate and Mary Robinson
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Nov 10, 2022 Vanessa Nakate, a climate justice activist from Uganda, joins former Irish president Mary Robinson for a compelling conversation on climate crisis solutions in Africa. Nakate shares her firsthand experiences of droughts and floods affecting her country, underscoring the urgent need for climate finance from wealthy nations. They discuss the intersectionality of climate, racial justice, and poverty, advocate for sustainable energy initiatives, and stress the importance of intergenerational dialogue in shaping a resilient future for vulnerable communities.
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Changing Rain Patterns in Uganda
- Vanessa Nakate's uncle, Charles, observed changing rain patterns over 20 years in Mitiana, Uganda.
- Farmers could no longer predict rainfall, impacting agriculture, yet no one discussed it publicly.
Davos Photo Incident
- In Davos, a photo of climate activists excluded Vanessa Nakate, the only Black woman.
- She questioned the exclusion, sparking a discussion about intersectionality and racial justice in climate activism.
Intersectionality of Climate Change
- Intersectionality shows climate change is connected to other issues.
- It links climate change to poverty, racial justice, and the impact on people's lives.