Climate change is increasingly impacting our mental health in numerous ways. A new report offers an overview of the most current research on how climate change is impacting the mental health of children and youth.
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Caterpillars, Climate Grief, and a New Report on Climate Change and Children’s Mental Health
Young People Need Support in This Changing Climate
A Moms Clean Air Force summer intern reminds us that providing young people with knowledge about climate change and resources to support their mental health is crucial to develop and encourage the next generation of climate leaders.
EPA Creates First-of-Its-Kind Youth Advisory Council
In June 2023, EPA announced the creation of the National Environmental Youth Advisory Council to support Administrator Michael Regan and his staff as they make decisions that impact children’s health. Learn how you or the young people in your life can apply for a seat on the council.
Broken Records, Broken Hearts, and Taking Action
We’re being confronted with the reality of climate chaos in what feels like an entirely new way this summer. But we are not powerless.
Coming Out on Climate Change
This Pride Month, read a personal essay about how the climate change movement relates to the gay movement.
Kids Take Climate Change to Court: Moms Make News
Read the latest news from Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in Maryland, Michigan, Montana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
10 Ways to Talk to Kids About Wildfires
When children in parts of the US look up at the scary orange-gray sky and breathe in the toxic air, they are experiencing dangerous wildfire pollution…and climate anxiety. Here’s how to talk to kids about wildfires.
Moms Support Historic Youth Climate Trial in Montana
Our Children’s Trust is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to making sure children’s legal right to a safe climate is protected. This month, Held v. Montana will go to trial. Moms Clean Air Force Montana State Coordinator tells us why she will be there supporting the youth plaintiffs.
Happy Mother’s Day to My Growing, Badass Climate Community
Here’s a Mother’s Day reflection on the emotional support an active—and growing—climate community can provide.
Coping With Climate Emotions This Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which, for people working in climate, is a good opportunity to talk about the emotional experience of our work.
Groundbreaking EPA Report on Climate Change and Children’s Health
EPA just released a report, “Climate Change and Children’s Health and Well-Being in the US.” Its findings underscore the necessity of considering children’s well-being in every climate policy. LEARN MORE…
Youth Turn Climate Anxiety Into Action: Moms Make News
Read the latest news from Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Washington, DC.