Hope Instead of Optimism: How People of Faith Can Help Nurturing The Transformative Hope and Leading to Tangible Actions in the Midst of Overwhelming Climate Challenges

Speakers: Vice President of Programs at Biologos James Stump, Founder and Director of The Interfaith Centre for Sustainable Development Yonatan Neril, Additional Administrative Head of the Brahma Kumaris Sister Jayanti Kirpalani, Pacific educator, public servant and follower of Christ, currently holds the title of Miss Samoa Litara Ieremia-Allan

November 19, 2024 10:30 - 12:00

Amid rising climate anxiety, this session will explore the powerful distinction between optimism and hope. Faith communities, anchored in deeper convictions, are uniquely positioned to nurture transformative hope that fuels real, tangible actions despite daunting climate realities. Panelists will discover how this cultivated hope, rooted in faith, can inspire meaningful climate action and spiritual growth, even when immediate results aren't visible.

James Stump

Vice President of Programs at Biologos
Yonatan Neril

Founder and Director of The Interfaith Centre for Sustainable Development
Sister Jayanti Kirpalani

Additional Administrative Head of the Brahma Kumaris
Litara Ieremia-Allan

Pacific educator, public servant and follower of Christ, currently holds the title of Miss Samoa

Hope Instead of Optimism: How People of Faith Can Help Nurturing The Transformative Hope and Leading to Tangible Actions in the Midst of Overwhelming Climate Challenges

James Stump

Yonatan Neril

Sister Jayanti Kirpalani

Litara Ieremia-Allan

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