Suzuki Elders in Action
FOSTERING ACTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
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Building Connections Through Shared Experiences
The year 2023-24 marked the revitalization of the group, bringing renewed energy and purpose. A number of successful events showcased the dedication of Elders in Action, fostering collaboration and meaningful impact.
We invite you to join the Suzuki Elders and be part of Elders in Action, developing new projects, strengthening community connections, and working together to address the climate emergency. Your involvement can help drive sustainable change, inspire others, and ensure a healthier planet for future generations.
Ready to take action? Join us today! and become one of the Elders in Action making a real difference.
Website Development
January 2024 – January 2025 The idea to update the website was initiated in January 2024 and after an initial free proposal by Stephanie Sauve, Jill Bartlett (jill@taginteractive.com) was hired as the Website designer. She worked with Peter Wilkins (Chair of the...
Campaign Letter to Members of Parliament
June- October 2024 Several Suzuki Elders created a campaign letter to be sent to members of parliament and members running for a parliamentary seat in the fall 2024 election. They were made available for use at any Suzuki Elders event. The letter asked for...
Post Cards
As part of the Seniors for Climate Oct. 1, 2024 initiative, four postcards were created, including one by the well-known Vancouver SUN cartoonist Graham Harrop. These postcards also had a message related to the climate crisis and needed action. They can be sent free...
Letters to the Future
The Suzuki Elders' Letters to the Future project is inspired by similar initiatives, like Kurt Vonnegut’s ideas and the 2015 Paris Climate Project. The Suzuki Elders project invites the participants to address their letters to future generations, politicians or even...
Climate Crawl through Arts, Culture and Action
About 300 people gathered at Performance Works, Granville Island, on Tuesday, Oct. 1, to explore how the arts – film, music, dance, etc. – contribute to climate action and IMPACT across generations. They engaged with thought-provoking short films, creative workshops,...
Creation of New Banner
Creation of a new banner for use by Suzuki Elders at any of their community activities.
Moving Electricity to Fight Climate Change
A Virtual Forum with Stephen Thomas, Clean Energy Manager at the David Suzuki Foundation, who spoke June 25, 2024 on Zoom on what’s needed for BC and Canada if they are to meet the growing demands forecast for our electricity grid in the near future.
Moving Beyond Despair About the Climate Crisis
The Suzuki Elders are associated with the David Suzuki Foundation, and the Solastalgia Youth Group was formed recently to help young people deal with climate anxiety. “Solastalgia” is a term coined by Australian environmental philosopher Glenn Albrecht, which includes...
The Eco-Art Workshop
The Eco-Art Workshop took place in the Lakewood Room at the Trout Lake Community Centre. An intergenerational working group planned the event. The Solastalgia Youth Group and the Suzuki Elders together have been developing publications and programs regarding...
Solastalgia Youth Group
An “eco-poetry” event sponsored by the Solastalgia youth group and the Suzuki elders, was held in late summer in Vancouver and again in January 2024. A poem written together during the Suzuki Elders and Solastalgia Poetry workshop January 28, 2024 I Saw the Aftermath...