Inspired by a 2004 Wall Street Journal article on the E-Waste crisis, Alex launched Project WIN '05 with his Westerly Innovations Network team. This initiative achieved significant local impact,

Inspired by a 2004 Wall Street Journal article on the E-Waste crisis, Alex launched Project WIN '05 with his Westerly Innovations Network team. This initiative achieved significant local impact, collecting 21,000 pounds of E-Waste and establishing a permanent town receptacle that has gathered over 60,000 pounds. Project WIN '05 also helped enact local and statewide E-Waste dumping bans.

Alex further integrated computer refurbishing into his school's curriculum, restoring and distributing 260 computers to students locally and in Sri Lanka and Mexico. His recent work includes building an Internet café in Cameroon, developing a UN Environment Program pilot for international youth, and launching a "Bridging Divides" program with U.S. businesses and schools.

In this episode of Earthsayers in Conversation, host Shannon interviews Alex, a pediatric nurse and activist with the Handmaids of Minnesota. What started as a protest on International Women's Day

In this episode of Earthsayers in Conversation, host Shannon interviews Alex, a pediatric nurse and activist with the Handmaids of Minnesota. What started as a protest on International Women's Day in 2025 has evolved into a movement using the imagery from Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale to highlight the erosion of women's rights in America. The group’s uniform symbolizes the silencing of women, with red cloaks and white bonnets representing a world where women are seen but not heard.

Alex shares impactful stories from her activism, including supporting a fellow nurse in a domestic violence case and witnessing tragedies firsthand. She discusses the challenges of being a visible protester and the need for inclusivity in the movement. Looking forward, Alex envisions a shift from silent protest to active rebellion, while also sharing her creative outlets like her podcast Once in a Millennial. Learn more about the Handmaids at Handmaids of Minnesota.

In this episode of Earthsayers in Conversation, host Shannon speaks with Alex, a pediatric nurse and activist from the Handmaids of Minnesota. What began as a protest on International Women's Day

In this episode of Earthsayers in Conversation, host Shannon speaks with Alex, a pediatric nurse and activist from the Handmaids of Minnesota. What began as a protest on International Women's Day in 2025 has evolved into a movement using the imagery from Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale to highlight the erosion of women's rights in America. Alex discusses the symbolism behind the Handmaid uniform, which represents the silencing of women's voices.

Alex shares poignant stories from her activism, including supporting a fellow nurse in a domestic violence case and witnessing tragedies that fuel her commitment to change. She emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in the movement and envisions a shift from silent protest to active rebellion. Learn more about the Handmaids at Handmaids of Minnesota.

In a 2007 talk from TEDtalksDirector, Worldchanging.com founder Alex Steffen stressed the urgent need to reduce humanity's ecological footprint. Learn more at