Let’s talk about change
11/12/2024
Democracy, Social Justice, Climate
60 years ago, Martin Luther King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. In his famous “I have a dream” speech, he envisioned a peaceful future for his children and all the children of America. By equating societal and political responsibility with the care that loving parents provide for their children, King made the future a shared endeavor for all citizens. His approach can inspire us in the transition to a sustainable future.
By Jenny Bischofberger
02/12/2024
Climate
The global fight against climate change is stuck in a rut. The failure of COP29 in Baku has exposed deep fractures—and now the UN talks on plastic waste reduction (INC 5) have also collapsed without a deal. So, what happens when global leaders fail to act? Can everyday people step up? Where big politics fails, we can still exert small people power.
By Frederik Metje and Eva-Maria McCormack
22/11/2024
Climate, Democracy, Social Justice
All in vain? Nothing we can do? Feelings of hopelessness and powerlessness are stifling many of us today. We believe: We must choose hope now more than ever – especially as we are facing setbacks in climate action and threats to our democracies. For, hope is political – and hopelessness serves power. Here is our manifesto for hope. Ten theses to encourage and empower. Because hope instills action.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
08/10/2024
Climate, Social Justice, Democracy
Climate communication needs a reset. For too long, social concerns and the issue of democratic participation have been sidelined in the climate debate, fueling the rise of populist opposition. It’s time for a socially inclusive approach to climate communication. The Talking Hope Framework calls for a shift towards more active listening.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
TRANSFORMATION NEEDS WOMEN
Women are more impacted by the harmful effects of climate change, they cause less harmful greenhouse gas emissions, and they have less of a say in political and economic decision-making. Despite this, many women in and around the climate movement inspire hope. A plea for women in climate action.
By Hanna Wilsker
THE POWER OF “AND YET”: HOW THE NS-RESISTANCE CAN INSPIRE US
80 years ago, the resistance fighters of the Kreisau Circle planned what a democratic Germany should look like after the years of Nazi terror. Adam von Trott was a member of the circle and – like most of them – was executed for planning the future. Their example can inspire us amidst today’s polycrisis.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
CLIMATE ACTION MEANS
VOTING FOR EUROPE
There is no effective international climate action without the EU. Therefore, we need the EU. The upcoming European elections in June are about nothing less than the survival of the European Green Deal. A vast majority of Europeans supports a speedier sustainability transition. Let’s hope they also turn out to vote.
By Nils Fleischmann
AGAINST THE FAR-RIGHT –
AND OUR FEAR OF THE FUTURE
How can we strengthen democracy? How can we defend it not only against far-right tendencies, but also against widespread fear of the future, which makes us vulnerable to populist narratives? Our founder Eva-Maria McCormack discussed these questions in a joint panel with the Bishop of Fulda, Dr Michael Gerber, as well as Prof Dr Dr Holger Zaborowski (University of Erfurt) and Dr Claudio Kullmann (Catholic Office Erfurt).
By Eva-Maria McCormack
FROM CLIMATE FEAR
TO CLIMATE START
„Isn’t it all for nothing?” Like so many young people, Talking Hope’s Nils Fleischmann (22), is worried when he thinks about his future under the cloud of climate change. Action is the path to hope, he says.
By Nils Fleischmann
In God’s Name
Pope Francis has written an encyclical on the climate crisis. Its title: „Laudate Deum“ – „Praise God“. It is a prayer we should read.
By Anna-Zoë Herr and Eva-Maria McCormack
PLEASED TO MEET YOU AT
THESE EVENTS …
We are thrilled to present Talking Hope and our vision for a new story on climate at four (inter)national conferences and grass-roots events this week.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
Let kids rule!
Talking Hope was happy to host a special youth ambassador this week. Here’s what an 11-year-old can teach us.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
IT AIN’T JUST TALK
Let’s talk climate over dinner. Your funny Uncle Jim and weird cousin Mary might just take the cue from you.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Talking Hope wishes you happy holidays and a peaceful, healthy and happy New Year!
By Eva-Maria McCormack
JUSTICE AT LAST
Despite its failures, COP 27 has finally made the climate crisis a matter of decency. This opens new windows for the climate transformation that can no longer be closed.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
For a new story on climate
Let’s talk about hope: The invitation to envision a better world may seem naïve, but it is what makes us achieve the impossible.
By Eva-Maria McCormack
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