On the Rocks: Climate Talks - The Loneliness Epidemic and the Climate Movement
Join us for the kickoff of On the Rocks: Climate Talks, a new lecture series from Climate Action Club exploring bold ideas and fresh perspectives on climate, connection, and community.
For our first talk, we’re excited to welcome David Jay, author of “Relationality” for a discussion about the entangled causes of the loneliness and climate crises. We’ll explore how disconnection from one another and the natural world drives the climate crisis, and how a climate movement built on connection can be a powerful force for systemic change.
Event Plan:
6pm-6:30pm Mingling and introductions
6:30pm-7pm Lecture by David Jay
7pm-7:30pm Q&A and group discussions
7:30pm-8pm More chatting and making friends :)
Stick around after the event to grab another drink and connect with others.
About the Venue
We’ll be meeting at the covered, heated back patio of The Sycamore in the Mission. Your ticket includes one drink of beer (non-alcoholic beer will be available) or wine or a soft drink. Food will be available to purchase. The event is open to folks under 21.
Community Principles
Growth Mindset: We are committed to learning together, deepening our understanding of climate challenges, and taking action where we’re best positioned.
Relationships, Not Transactions: We prioritize genuine connections over networking for opportunities, recognizing that strong relationships drive lasting change.
Inclusivity & Diversity: A range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enriches our community and leads to better engagement and solutions.
Mutual Respect: We foster a respectful space where all voices are heard. We may not always agree, but we’re here to learn and grow together.
Guidelines
Be Kind: Listen actively when others are speaking. Avoid interrupting or dominating conversations.
Be Friendly and Approachable: Smile and introduce yourself to new people, especially those who may have shown up alone! Be open to meeting new people and making connections.
Be Mindful of Time: Keep conversations balanced, allowing others to speak and share. Respect the event’s schedule and timing.
Enjoy Yourself: Have fun making friends and meeting peers who share your passion for climate! Remember, everyone is there to make connections just like you.
About Our Speaker
David Jay is the founder of Relationality Lab and author of Relationality: How Moving from Transactional to Transformational Relationships Can Reshape Our Lonely World. As a longtime movement organizer and relational systems strategist, David helps funders and changemakers invest in the unpredictable power of deep relationships — most recently as the Community Director at Integrity Institute and previously as the Chief Mobilization Officer at the Center for Humane Technology.
About Climate Action Club
Climate Action Club is a vibrant community committed to learning and affecting lasting, systemic change. Through events filled with thought-provoking discussions, we forge relationships amongst changemakers in the SF Bay Area to inspire agency over climate action. Join us!
For partnership inquiries, please reach out to climateactionclub.sf@gmail.com
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