It is important to me to center the voices of those who carry the heaviest burdens from this climate crisis, particularly African American women, youth, and people of color. My intersectional identities and first hand experiences with these issues compel me to represent those most impacted by crises such as biodiversity loss, climate change and land degradation.Īs an educator by nature, I am passionate about empowering and supporting those who are most vulnerable. Q: What motivates you to pursue this challenging work?Īs a lifelong Michigander, I have a concern for natural spaces, biodiversity, Great Lakes, polluted spaces, and African American communities. In January, WMEAC named her its Director for Climate Solutions and Justice. She has explored climate change impacts on plant communities, conducted ethnographic fieldwork in collaboration with First Nations communities, and designed courses related to climate change, environmental studies, and sustainability. Deirdre is excited to lead our partnership with the National Climate Action Campaign (CAC) starting this year.ĭeirdre comes to WMEAC as an environmental justice professional, educator, and advocate for climate change displacement and marginalized populations. Her work centers on energy justice, democracy, volunteering, and engaging in climate discussions and policy work. Previously, she served as a team leader for the Empower Michigan leadership team, as an IDEAL committee member, and on WMEAC’s ACT policy focused committee. Deirdre recently joined WMEAC to direct today’s climate solutions and justice initiatives throughout Southwestern Michigan. This Earth Month, we are delighted to introduce you to Deirdre Courtney Nieves.
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