What role can psychology play in environmental action? And is there room for hope in the face of climate emergency?
Blue School PT is holding of two Webinars that bring very different and inspiring perspectives on climate action. These sessions are open to the entire Blue School network: teachers, students, and partners. The webinars last approximately 1 hour and will be held in English.
The goal is to inspire teaching and learning experiences, encouraging actions for healthy oceans and happy people. Together with pioneers of environmental well-being, the sessions tackle issues of climate emotions and human and ecological well-being, explore original storytelling and transformative practices for education for sustainable development.
The Open Mind ~ Open Seas Webinars are promoted by Laura Abels, from the University of Kiel, who did an internship with the Blue School Coordination as part of her master's thesis in Sustainability, Society and Environment.
Let’s Take Environmental Action - With the Help of Psychology
October 19 – 17h (Lisbon time)
Karen Hamann
Karen Hamann is a researcher in social psychology at the University of Leipzig. She conducts research in the field of social and environmental psychology on individual and collective action, positive emotions, and the feeling of being able to make changes in the world. She uses her expertise in promoting environmentally friendly behavior in a practical way through her engagement with the NGO Wandelwerk.
Together with Karen, we are going to be asking the following questions: How can we make it easier for people to act climate-friendly? How can you motivate yourself and others to act sustainably? How can you talk about issues of sustainability with friends and family?
Exercise: "My Environmental Psychology Canvas" (in English)
Suggested Reading: "My Environmental Psychology Canvas" (in English)
Psychology of Environmental Protection: Handbook for Encouraging Sustainable Actions (in English)
Complete presentation 19/10/2022 (in English)
Exercising Hope in the Climate Apocalypse
October 27 – 17h (Lisbon time)
Kat Hamilton
Kat Hamilton (graduate from Green School, Bali) is a climate and social justice activist and artist, and works at Force of Nature; a youth non-profit organisation mobilising mindsets for climate action. Alongside Force of Nature, Kat helps young people turn anxiety into agency to activate a global network of young activists ready to change the world from their living rooms.
Together with Kat, you will explore how you can find your voice in the face of crisis, learn about the power of community activism and experience that taking action can be simple and fun.
Exercise: "Emotions Wheel" (in English)