Gloria Walton

Gloria Walton, President and CEO of The Solutions Project, and Wawa Gatheru, Founder of Black Girl Environmentalist, explore the intersection of climate justice and grassroots activism. Walton emphasizes reframing frontline communities as victors and the need for philanthropy rooted in solidarity. Gatheru shares her journey to empower Black youth in climate spaces, advocating for nuanced storytelling and emotional literacy to drive action. Together, they highlight the importance of community resilience and collective care in the fight against climate change.

In this engaging talk, Mark Ruffalo, the acclaimed actor and environmental advocate, sits down with Gloria Walton, President of The Solutions Project, to discuss shifting power to frontline communities for a sustainable future. They reveal the critical role of grassroots organizations in driving renewable energy initiatives from South-Central LA to Baltimore. Mark shares his journey from anti-fracking activism to leading storytelling as a tool for policy change, while Gloria emphasizes trust-based philanthropy and self-determination in fighting climate challenges.

Gloria Walton, president and CEO of The Solutions Project, joins Mark Ruffalo and Kevin Bacon to discuss the importance of a holistic approach and the sacrifice of 'most impacted' communities. They also talk about breaking away from typecasting, reminiscing about headshots and a sponsor ad, balancing a busy career and the need for rest, sculpting at the Art Students League in NYC, introduction and involvement in community organizing, and addressing the foundations and healing.