The Climate Stage: Where Art Meets Climate Justice
On 19th July 2025, SEAA-Kenya, in partnership with the Kenya Climate Change Working Group (KCCWG), ArtSpace, GreenFaith Kenya, and the Kenya Inter-University Environmental Students Association (KIUESA), convened a vibrant gathering of young, creative environmental enthusiasts. What began as a single event has now sparked the birth of a transformative movement The Climate Stage.
This inaugural event marked the formation of a unique consortium committed to using art in all its forms as a powerful tool for climate justice advocacy. From spoken word and music, to stage plays, paintings, and illustrations, the youth used their talents to articulate the urgent call for climate action. Their performances reflected not only creativity, but deep understanding and passion for the climate crisis and its solutions.
Through their voices, visuals, and verses, these young artists brought to life stories of climate hope and resilience, echoing the unspoken narratives of communities often left behind in climate conversations. Many expressed heartfelt gratitude to the organizers for providing a platform to amplify their voices and showcase their art as advocacy.
Speaking during the event, the Coordinator of SEAA-Kenya urged the youth to remain bold and intentional in using their art for advocacy. He emphasized the importance of seizing every opportunity no matter how small as each step opens doors to larger platforms and greater impact. He also encouraged them to join the SEAA-Kenya membership, noting that active engagement in such networks is key to gaining recognition and contributing meaningfully to national climate action efforts.
In an era where climate injustices persist across the globe, The Climate Stage stands as a powerful reminder that creative expression can inspire change, raise awareness, and mobilize communities. As we move forward, the call remains clear, we must continue to educate, engage, and empower through art and other ways to protect our planet and secure a just, sustainable future for all.
