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Let's hear from our children, and their advocates, on the social, environmental, cultural, and economic concerns around sustainability and the call to always act responsibly and with the next seven generations in mind. The collection will also feature, from time to time, adults who are speaking on behalf of children. 

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Isra Hirsi, 2019 Brower Youth Awards
October 17, 2019

Isra Hirsi, 16, from Minneapolis, co-founded and co-directs the US Youth Climate Strike. This organization combats the climate crisis through strikes and policy advocacy.

Witnessing environmental injustices like pipelines and the Flint water crisis spurred Isra to action. She launched the US Youth Climate Strike in March 2019. With numerous organizers and partners, the group has led multiple strikes and a petition for a climate debate. Isra prioritizes accessible, visible action, focusing on climate change's disproportionate impact on Black and Brown communities and amplifying frontline voices.

Inspired by her sister, who graduates in 2030—a critical climate year—Isra champions diverse youth voices in the fight for climate justice. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.