“But the Climate Always Changes…” — A Personal Reflection on Climate Change, Confusion, and Urgency
Disclaimer: This blog post is a personal reflection informed by my experiences, education, and deep commitment to both child protection and environmental sustainability. It is not intended to replace scientific research or official policy but to help break down important climate issues in a relatable and engaging way. My journey as a child protection specialist showed me how vulnerable children are to systems, policies, and yes—even the environment they grow up in. Over the past few years, especially through my graduate studies, I’ve also become increasingly aware that one of the biggest threats to our future isn’t just poverty or conflict. It’s our changing climate. Now, having completed my graduate studies in Energy and Environmental Management, my view has only deepened: the environment we raise our children in today will shape the adults they become tomorrow. But despite everything we know about climate change, I’ve had more conversations than I can count with people includin...