Mohammad — Jamaica, NY

When did you first realize climate change was affecting the world or your community?

When I found out that my country of birth, Bangladesh, is scientifically predicted to go 20% under water by the year 2050 all due to climate change.

What was your “wake-up moment” when climate issues started to feel real for you?

Seeing my home country suffer from severe flooding during the rainy season, extreme drought during summer, wildfires, earthquakes, tornadoes, extreme air pollution and water pollution, and etc. factors all contributed towards by “wake-up moment”.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, sad, or anxious about climate change? What brought on those feelings?

The corruptness and greediness of politicians and businessmen brought about those feelings, causing me to feel that this world truly has no hope of being saved in the long run.

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