OM DENNE EPISODE
Laura and Nic interview Alex Ghenis, CEO and Principal Consultant at Accessible Climate Strategies, to explore the intersection of disability and climate justice, accessible climate planning, and the importance of ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. From disaster preparedness and climate resilience to advocacy, burnout, and building more inclusive communities, Alex shares how thoughtful engagement can create meaningful change for people with disabilities in a changing climate.
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Guest Bio:
Alex Ghenis is the founder and Principal Consultant at Accessible Climate Strategies, the nation’s only consulting firm focused entirely on the intersection of disability and climate change. He began addressing disability climate justice in 2014 at the World Institute on Disability and has held other positions at Sustain Our Abilities and Climate Hive. Alex founded Accessible Climate Strategies in 2020 to better analyze disproportionate impacts and support disability-forward climate action. More info is available at www.accessibleclimate.com.
Music Credits
Intro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace Mesa
Outro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs Muller
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