In response to the climate crisis, many around the world, especially young people, have reported feeling overwhelmed, powerless, sad, and anxious. How can we teach these topics without overwhelming our students or causing anxiety? How do we support youth in stepping up rather than shutting down?

CEEE’s storytelling-based resources help connect communities by addressing critical environmental issues like water scarcity and climate change. The We Are Water program engages rural, Latinx, and Indigenous communities in the Four Corners region through storytelling, activities, and a traveling exhibit, encouraging dialogue around shared water experiences. The Lens on Climate Change (LOCC) program empowers students to document local climate change impacts through film, fostering scientific inquiry and creative expression.