Project Drawdown 58d ago

When maps come up short, and the path ahead feels uncertain, how do we find our way? In this Drawdown Ignite webinar, Project Drawdown’s Director of Storytelling & Engagement Matt Scott sits down with renowned climate leader and author Katharine Wilkinson, Ph.D., to explore the ideas behind her upcoming book, Climate Wayfinding: Healing Ourselves and the Planet We Call Home. Together, they reflect on how we move from climate ache to meaningful action – and how each of us can uncover our role in advancing science-based climate solutions. Their conversation centers on storytelling, community engagement, and the courage it takes to chart a path forward during rocky times, followed by an audience Q&A. Viewers learn what helps people lean in, stay engaged, and bring solutions to life in real communities. Whether you’re deeply involved in climate work or newly curious about where you fit in the space, this video offers grounding, clarity, and possibility. ----- Top Takeaways: 1) Three things make it hard to for people to mobilize around climate solutions: a) the intense and uncomfortable emotions associated with a wounded world; b) a lack of clarity around how they can help; and c) a lack of realization that most other people are concerned, too. 2) Information is important, but what we really need now is orientation – insights into the important part each of us can play in advancing climate solutions. 3) When we recognize, boldly claim, and activate our unique roles – whether making policy, making music, shifting policy, or shifting mindsets – we set the stage for linking them together into “mycelial network” of change. 4) Wayfinding is best done in community; take advantage of opportunities to join with others in identifying where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there together. “We are each a node of possibility for healing the climate crisis – whoever we are, whatever we’ve got to give.” – Katharine Wilkinson, Ph.D.