Episode 49: Reflecting on the People & Ideas That Shape Environmental Action Civics

In this end-of-year roundtable episode, the Earth Force team reflects on the people, books, and ideas that continue to shape Environmental Action Civics. Program staff and special guest CEO Vince Meldrum share influential people and ideas—from youth–adult partnerships and problem-posing education to data equity and organizational focus—and discuss how these ideas show up in our trainings, partnerships, and community of practice.This conversation highlights the power of collective learning, the importance of staying grounded in purpose, and the many voices—educators, youth, partners, and researchers—that inform and strengthen this work.People & Resources Mentioned:Lauren Gibson – Youth–adult partnership research and practicePedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo FreireData Equity Deck by Data + Soul (with Evan Kuras)Active Citizenship Today by the Constitutional Rights FoundationKit Ambrose – Earth Force board memberAnna Brown – Earth Force Board Chair and former Youth Advisory Board memberKey Themes:Youth–adult partnershipsProblem-posing vs. banking models of educationCommunity-connected learningData equity and culturally responsive practiceFocus and clarity in organizational missionThank you to the Earth Force community for another year of learning, partnership, and impact!