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Join us for an engaging conversation exploring the intersection of climate change, mental health, and Indigenous perspectives, featuring two members of the Gen Z Climate Mental Health Network. This interactive session will feature a panel discussion and Q&A with youth voices reflecting on their lived experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future.

Panelists include:

Molly McHaffie

Molly is working towards creating positive change for my hometown Sulphur Louisiana as it is being harmed by local fossil fuel refineries. She wants to be able to educate and advocate for my community as it is being impacted negatively. Molly wants to achieve safer air, water, and environment for the future.

Kristen Reece

Kristen is a tribal member of the Native Village of Selawik. Her Iñupiaq name is Atluk, born and raised on the ancestral lands of the Dene' people of Lower Tanana River in Fairbanks, Alaska. She is pursuing a M.S. degree in Earth System Science with a concentration on Sustainability at the University of Alaska Fairbanks-Troth Yeddha' Campus. Kristen is a Caleb Scholars Program fellow and Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP) Graduate Success scholar. 

Fiona Summers 

With a background in Environmental Humanities (M.S.) and Biology (B.A.), Fiona is passionate about creating supportive spaces for climate-aware mental health. Currently training to become a climate-aware therapist, Fiona brings experience in environmental justice, resilience, and community care.

This event is designed especially for Arctic community members and researchers studying the impacts of climate change on Indigenous communities. Together, we will reflect on the role of mental health in navigating climate challenges and the importance of uplifting youth voices in shaping a more resilient future.