The Portland Interfaith Clergy Resistance hosted a prayer vigil at Terry Schrunk Plaza on Juneteenth, commemorating emancipation from slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865, and reflecting on George

The Portland Interfaith Clergy Resistance hosted a prayer vigil at Terry Schrunk Plaza on Juneteenth, commemorating emancipation from slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865, and reflecting on George Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020.

This film observes 8 minutes, 46 seconds of silence, symbolizing the fatal time Mr. Floyd was unable to breathe due to Minneapolis police actions that violated department policies. Viewers are encouraged to reflect during this period.

Participating clergy included Rabbi Ariel Stone (PDX Interfaith Clergy Resistance), Rev. Jon Aney (United Church of Christ), Rabbi Debra Kolodny (Portland United Against Hate), Rev. Aric Clark, and Rabbinical Student Davina Bookbinder.

On April 14, 2011, the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, Center for Global Health and Development, College of Communication, and School of Public Health hosted an event exploring the

On April 14, 2011, the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, Center for Global Health and Development, College of Communication, and School of Public Health hosted an event exploring the collaboration and tension between journalists and public health workers during crises. Experts from global health, NGOs, and journalism discussed this critical dynamic.

A panel, "When Disaster Strikes: Reporting and Responding," was moderated by Jon Simon, Director of the Center for Global Health. Manolia Charlotin, editor and business manager of the Boston Haitian Reporter, was among the participants.

"A Danger on the Rails," an Op-Doc from The New York Times, is a short documentary highlighting the risks of trains transporting explosive oil across North America.

Released on April 22,

"A Danger on the Rails," an Op-Doc from The New York Times, is a short documentary highlighting the risks of trains transporting explosive oil across North America.

Released on April 22, 2015, the film features Paul Gallay of Riverkeeper and was produced by Jon Bowermaster.

Read the accompanying New York Times story here.

Victor Santillan, a Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru and a key partner of FAO AIM4Forests, highlights the vital role of youth leadership in forest conservation, climate

Victor Santillan, a Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru and a key partner of FAO AIM4Forests, highlights the vital role of youth leadership in forest conservation, climate action, and sustainable livelihoods. He collaborated with the 2025 Young Forest Champions Peru cohort, comprising 10 young leaders (50 globally) dedicated to restoring forests, monitoring ecosystems, and protecting vital landscapes. Through mentorship, capacity-building, and advanced technologies like remote sensing, participants gain skills for lasting environmental impact.

Learn more about the AIM4Forests initiative and the Young Forest Champions. Subscribe to FAO on YouTube and follow them on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, Weibo. © FAO #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

Carlos Lozano, a Peru Young Forest Champion supported by FAO’s AIM4Forests programme, is an Indigenous leader promoting forest

Carlos Lozano, a Peru Young Forest Champion supported by FAO’s AIM4Forests programme, is an Indigenous leader promoting forest conservation, climate action, and sustainable livelihoods in his community.

As part of the 2025 Young Forest Champions Peru cohort, he joins 50 global leaders dedicated to restoring forests, monitoring ecosystems, and protecting vital landscapes. Through mentorship, capacity-building, and cutting-edge technologies like remote sensing, they gain essential skills for lasting impact. Explore the AIM4Forests Young Forest Champions initiative and learn more at FAO.

Join Ms. Van Nguyet Do, founder and director of Live & Learn for Environment and Community, a Vietnamese NGO, for an inspiring speech on climate activism in Viet Nam. Her organization is renowned

Join Ms. Van Nguyet Do, founder and director of Live & Learn for Environment and Community, a Vietnamese NGO, for an inspiring speech on climate activism in Viet Nam. Her organization is renowned for youth development, climate change education, and multi-stakeholder engagement in environmental management.

Ms. Do has forged partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, media, and businesses to champion youth-led and community-based environmental initiatives. Live & Learn won the 2017 Stars Impact Awards for its work with children and young people, and currently connects groups working on air quality monitoring and citizen science. Her goal is to empower young people to promote sustainability in Vietnam. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

People of many faiths embrace "creation care" – stewardship of God's earth. Join Jose Aguto (Catholic Climate Covenant) and Tori Goebel (Young Evangelicals for Climate Action) to learn how their

People of many faiths embrace "creation care" – stewardship of God's earth. Join Jose Aguto (Catholic Climate Covenant) and Tori Goebel (Young Evangelicals for Climate Action) to learn how their faith drives climate action and how to engage faith leaders in your community.

Tori, a spokesperson for Young Evangelicals for Climate Action, holds degrees in communications and environmental law. Jose, from Catholic Climate Covenant, has a background in environmental and civil rights advocacy. Further resources include CCL Faith and Business Action Teams, and the Chamber of Commerce's climate change position.