Focus the Nation presents an unprecedented opportunity for the entire country, at thousands of sites, to participate in a serious discussion of global warming solutions and economic opportunities—on one evening, January 30th—as part of a nationwide webcast of the 2% Solution—and on one day, January 31st—as part of a nationwide teach-in.
On January 31, 2008 a national teach-in on climate change will be held across the country. Created and led by Focus the Nation the teach-in an unprecedented educational initiative on global warming and climate change solutions for America. It will occur at more than 1,000 universities and colleges and in all 50 states.
The teach-in is a tried-and-true method of creating new understanding and social change. Teach-ins were held during the 60s to educate and propel students to protest the war in Vietnam. This time around, universities and K-12 teachers are the change-agents as they prepare to devote the day to educating students and communities on climate change.
But no one will be sitting in class taking notes: a national vote on priorities will be held via cell-phone call-ins, and a webcast broadcast nationwide will inspire you and your school or organization to take the next steps in your own community.
by Patricia Gilbanks
Friday, 4 January 2008
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