ClimateMama

Program & Host Organization

This initiative is led by ClimateMama, a not-for-profit organization founded and directed by Harriet Shugarman. The program contributes to climate education, climate justice advocacy, and mental health–related climate initiatives through workshops, presentations, and participation in partner networks.

Location & Scope

The initiative operates internationally, with activities delivered through online workshops, presentations, and in-person meetings at conferences and community venues. It engages audiences across multiple countries, including the United States and Canada.

Who It Serves

ClimateMama serves the general public, including adults, families, educators, and community members seeking accessible climate education and support. It also collaborates with organizations focused on climate-engaged parents and intergenerational audiences.

Climate & Mental Health Focus

The initiative addresses eco-anxiety, emotional coping, community support, climate justice, and climate literacy. It recognizes the psychological impacts of climate change and supports public understanding through educational outreach and partnership-based programming.

Activities & Format

Activities include Zoom-based workshops, public presentations, and in-person conference sessions. These events typically last about one hour and are offered as one-time sessions with open participation. ClimateMama also contributes to ongoing initiatives led by partner groups, including climate education coalitions and climate–mental health networks.

Inclusion & Accessibility

Details not provided.

Outcomes & Evidence

The initiative aims to increase climate literacy, support emotional resilience, strengthen community connection, and promote justice-oriented climate action. Outcomes, evaluation processes, and evidence sources were not described.

Guiding Principles

The initiative aligns with principles of climate literacy, emotional processing, resilience building, social connection, climate justice, and collective responsibility. Its education-focused approach reflects the belief that informed and supported communities are better equipped to respond to climate challenges.

Resources & Sustainability

Details not provided.

Team & Partners

Activities are facilitated primarily by Harriet Shugarman. ClimateMama also collaborates with groups such as Our Kids Climate, the Climate Mental Health Network, and climate-education task forces.

Challenges & Context

Details not provided.