Offered by the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, the Integration Application Network and Blacks of the Chesapeake. This digital credential is presented to Environmental Advocates who successfully completed the Science Communication workshop.

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Science Communication for Environmental Advocates

The Climate Justice Education for Underserved Communities project aims to empower leaders and professionals in disadvantaged urban and rural areas to advocate effectively for climate justice. By providing in-depth training on the impacts of climate change and strategies for mitigation, the program prepares participants to engage their communities in informed decision-making. Selected for their influence and respect within their fields, these leaders will learn to represent local conditions, develop actionable plans to combat climate impacts, and educate others on how to adapt to or reduce these effects. This initiative addresses the intersection of environmental justice and climate change, ensuring that communities most vulnerable to these challenges can advocate for equitable solutions. Participants in the project attend a workshop and complete a digital course.

Earning Criteria

Understanding of Climate Justice:

Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the principles of climate justice, particularly as they relate to underserved communities.

Climate Impact Awareness:

Identifies and articulates the specific climate change risks facing disadvantaged urban and rural communities.

Advocacy and Leadership Skills:

Creates a draft strategy that will be formalized to empower communities to influence climate-related decision-making.

Community Education and Engagement:

Communicates a plan to educate and engage community members on climate change impacts and adaptation strategies.

Action Plan Development:

Drafts actionable plans that address local environmental conditions and mitigate climate change impacts.

Integration of Environmental Justice and Climate Mitigation:

Identifies an integrated approach for addressing environmental justice and climate change risk mitigation within underserved communities.