our climate stories: share your experience:

we believe that personal stories have the power to inspire action and raise awareness about the climate crisis. your experiences, observations, and reflections can help communities understand the real-world impact of climate change.

whether you’ve witnessed extreme weather, changes in your local environment, or taken action to address climate issues, your story matters.

how to share your climate story

to make it easy to share your experience, we’ve outlined a simple format:

1. introduction

• briefly introduce yourself.

• include your name, location, and any background you’d like to share that is relevant to your story.

example: “my name is maria, and i live in miami, florida. i’ve been working as a community organizer for the past 10 years.”

2. experience or observation

• describe a personal experience or observation related to climate, weather, or climate change in your community.

• focus on concrete moments that illustrate the impact of climate change.

example: “over the past five years, i’ve noticed that flooding in my neighborhood has become more frequent and severe during storms.”

3. emotional impact

• share how these experiences have affected you emotionally or psychologically.

• be honest about your feelings—this helps others connect with your story.

example: “seeing the rising floodwaters every year fills me with anxiety and concern for my family and neighbors.”

4. call to action or reflection

• reflect on actions you’ve taken or plan to take in response to climate change.

• highlight solutions, community efforts, or personal changes you’ve made.

example: “in response, i started volunteering with a local environmental group and organizing neighborhood cleanups.”

5. conclusion

• summarize your story and share any final thoughts or messages.

• keep it concise and impactful.

example: “climate change is affecting all of us, but i believe that collective action and awareness can make a difference. sharing my story is my way of contributing to that change.”

tips for writing your story:

• keep your story under 500 words for clarity and impact.

• use personal experiences and specific details.

• speak from the heart—your story is unique and valuable.

submit your story: