Virtual Lecture—Connecting Children to Nature and Building Constructive Hope

Connecting children to nature has many benefits—greater health and happiness and a legacy of experiences that inspire active care for the natural world. Yet, young people, who feel connected to nature, can develop a sense of fear and despair in the face of climate change and biodiversity loss. Louise Chawla, professor emeritus in the Environmental Design Program at the University of Colorado Boulder, and who also serves on the Scientific Advisory Council of the Children and Nature Network, will share ways to promote connecting children to nature and at the same time support constructive hope—the ability to acknowledge threats while finding meaning in taking action. The lecture, which begins at 7 p.m. CT, is free, although a $10 donation is appreciated. Online reservations are required and can be made at www.CZS.org/LectureSeries.