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JUNE

Dear John,

Last week, eight young people filed a constitutional climate lawsuit Sagoonick v. State of Alaska II ([link removed]) against their state, the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC), and AGDC President Frank Richards. The youth plaintiffs, many of whom are Alaska Natives, are on the frontlines of the climate crisis and already experiencing serious harms to their health, safety, and access to natural resources they depend on, including for subsistence and cultural traditions.

This month, we invite you to learn about the people, the progress, and the science behind this youth-led constitutional climate lawsuit.
Youth plaintiff Summer


** Meet Summer Sagoonick!
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Summer, her family, and their community are deeply rooted in the Inupiaq culture, closely connected to the land and local ecology vital for their sustenance. Summer’s ancestors have inhabited the region for over 2,200 years and the escalating levels of climate pollution pose a significant threat to her health, safety, cultural traditions, and heritage. Read her story and learn why she is optimistic.
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Our Children's Trust attorney Andrew Welle


** Courage on the Frontlines: Alaska's Youth Sue to Stop Climate Crisis
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Discover from Andrew Welle, Supervising Attorney at Our Children’s Trust and lead counsel on Sagoonick v. Alaska II, the compelling reasons behind eight young Alaskans' lawsuit to uphold their fundamental rights under Alaska’s Constitution. The plaintiffs are focused on safeguarding their health, safety, and cultural heritage against the devastating impacts of climate change.
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** The Last Frontier Places First in the U.S. Warming Derby
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When people picture Alaska’s climate, they think “cold.” However, Alaska is the fastest warming state in the nation. Gain insights from Senior Climate Scientist, Anders Carlson, on Alaska’s warming and the solutions at-hand to mitigate its effects.
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