Take a look at photos from our 2025 Called to Climate Action Conference, held on March 29 at Grinnell College. The event brought together passionate individuals committed to addressing the climate crisis through education, advocacy, and action. Browse through the...
March 29 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Grinnell College (Grinnell, IA)
This month, we asked our Called To Climate Action student leaders how they hope to bring the intersection of faith and climate justice into their futures.
Save the date for this year’s Called To Climate Action fall event!
“Everyone seemed to gravitate towards the river. It was not a conscious decision; it was simply an enjoyable area to be in and everyone liked being there together. I cannot imagine not being able to have this quality time near the water. However, the effects of climate change are slowly wreaking havoc on these opportunities.”
“As we look into faith and environmental stewardship, it reveals a vivid portrait of unity and shared values. Let us embrace this interfaith journey towards ecological preservation, for it is together that we can shape a brighter and more sustainable world for generations to come.”
There are no shortages of stereotypes, experiences and pithy comments attributed to self-identified “farm kids.” We claim to have been taught firsthand about the circle of life, know the meaning of hard work, and have lived lives dictated by the cycles of calving, planting and harvest that are intrinsic to every farm’s operation.
Talking about the climate crisis is easy; taking action is the most difficult part. While every person experiences challenges in implementing policies or practices to support climate action goals, for people of color and low income communities, it is even more difficult.
Written by 2022 CTCA student leader, Kaelyn Howe
While it often feels naive to feel hope for a bright future, it is imperative that we shift our mindset from one of defeat and despondency to one of optimistic determination. The window of hope is still open and it is up to us to climb through it.
Iowa IPL is honored and excited to work with three student leaders from Iowa colleges across our state. Each of our student leaders bring different expertise and experiences as well as a strong commitment to climate justice.
