Harry Waters

The Climate crisis doesn't just affect the planet. It leaves deep scars How do we support young people facing an uncertain future while managing our own feelings too? In this session, inspired by my TEDx talk, we’ll explore how to create space for big climate emotions like anxiety, anger, and grief without shutting down the conversation. Through real stories, classroom strategies, and a touch of humour, we’ll look at how educators can empower students to move from overwhelm to action with empathy, honesty, and hope.

How do we move beyond awareness and into action in our classrooms? This talk shares practical strategies for educators to foster sustainability, critical thinking, and student agency, even without a science background. Based on the book Activities for a Greener Mindset, it’s packed with classroom ideas, teacher-tested tools, and plenty of humour.

This talk unpacks how individual actions can lead to real collective change. Using stories from students, classrooms, and communities, it explores the journey from personal awareness to public action and how teachers can spark that shift in the classroom.