No escaping it: 2023 dealt a harsh blow to the climate, shattering numerous perilous records—yet again. At times, it seems like everything is going haywire. But is it truly the end? Amidst the challenges, the past year served up a generous dose of hope, rallying millions of Global Citizens worldwide to fuel our planet and shield at-risk communities from the repercussions of climate change. In May, Kenyan climate advocate Elisabeth Wathuti delivered a powerful rallying cry from our Paris stage: "It's time to prioritize people and our planet over short-term profits." |