During New York’s annual Climate Week, America Is All In announced an expansion of its Leaders Circle. The coalition welcomed four distinguished figures committed to advancing climate action. Among the new members is Suzanne Elise Walsh, JD, president of Bennett College.
“The climate crisis is here, and its impacts are disproportionately affecting women, specifically women of color. That hits close to home for us at Bennett College. That’s why we’re taking on climate action throughout the College,” said Walsh emphasizing the importance of addressing climate change.
The Leaders Circle comprises individuals from both the public and private sectors; all united in their mission to implement bold climate initiatives locally. Walsh highlighted proactive efforts in progress at Bennett College.
“From student-led organizations committed to environmental justice to classwork and experiential activities where students learn about sustainability practices to campus facilities where, system by system, we are preparing for a clean energy future,” she stated. “America Is All In understands that higher education is an important player in the fight against climate change, and I am thrilled to be coming on board.”
Dr. Robert D. Bullard, the father of environmental justice, Truckee Meadows Community College President Dr. Karin Hilgersom, and Columbia, SC Mayor Daniel Rickenmann also joined the Leaders Circle.
Other Leaders Circle Team Members
Ali Santore, Senior Vice President of Government and Social Responsibility, Providence Health
Barry Parkin, Chief Procurement and Sustainability Officer, Mars Incorporated
Bonnie Styles, Executive Director, Association of Science Museum Directors
Errick Simmons, Mayor of Greenville, Mississippi
Fawn Sharp, Former President, Quinault Indian Nation
Jeannie Renne-Malone, Vice President, Global Sustainability, VF
Lauren McLean, Mayor of Boise, Idaho
Marc Andrus, Bishop of the Episcopal Church
Patrick Hamilton, Manager of Sustainability Initiatives, Science Museum of Minnesota
Ruth Ivory-Moore, Policy and Advocacy Manager for the Americas, Global CCS Institute
Shelly L. Schlenker, Executive Vice President Chief Advocacy Officer, CommonSpirit Health
Wawa Gatheru, Founder and Executive Director, Black Girl Environmentalist
About America Is All In
America Is All In is the largest coalition in the U.S. advocating for climate action. It unites various sectors to collaborate with the federal government on a national climate strategy to achieve a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
