West Chester University will welcome climate activist and Ireland’s first female president, Mary Robinson, to speak on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 8 PM in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in Philips Memorial Building, located at 700 South High Street.

One of the world’s most respected advocates for climate justice, Robinson is a sought-after speaker whose TED Talk has received a standing ovation and moved audiences around the world with her passionate and hopeful call for all nations to work together to fight for a sustainable future. Her new book, Climate Justice: Hope, Resilience & the Fight for a Sustainable Future, received glowing reviews from former world leaders and the environmental and human rights community.

Robinson leads the Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice, a center for thought leadership, education, and advocacy for the poor and disempowered in the world that are disproportionately threatened by climate change. Robinson was awarded the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom by Barack Obama in 2009.

This program is hosted by the West Chester University Sustainability Council and the Office of Sustainability.

“Mary Robinson’s commitment to climate justice and human rights has inspired millions of people around the world,” said Bradley Flamm, Director of WCU’s Office of Sustainability. “As West Chester University works to achieve the ambitious carbon neutrality goal in our Climate Action Plan, our students, faculty, staff, and community neighbors are honored to welcome her to campus. Her presence and her words will encourage us to continue our efforts to address the climate crisis and promote respect for the natural world and social equity for all.”

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