TTR: From Awareness to Action: Empowering Change Through Community Engagement

Tuesday Times Roundtable
TTR is FIU’s weekly series of moderated conversations around current global issues and trends. Conversations bring into play the multiple viewpoints of students, faculty, staff, and community members. All sessions are absolutely FREE and lunch is on us!

TTR: From Awareness to Action: Empowering Change Through Community Engagement

Presenter: Bill Bigelow, Program Manager, Clean Miami BeachSDG Topic Category: SDG12: Responsible Consumption & ProductionNews Article: go.fiu.edu/ttr1020 Description: This session will explore how community engagement and environmental action can contribute to the protection and long-term health of Biscayne Bay and South Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Participants will learn about Clean Miami Beach’s grassroots approach to addressing marine debris, plastic pollution, habitat degradation, and other environmental challenges through beach cleanups, education, and community outreach. The discussion will highlight how science-based initiatives can empower students, residents, and local partners to become active environmental stewards. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the connection between local environmental challenges and broader sustainability goals, as well as practical ways to turn environmental awareness into meaningful community action.Location: GC 150 | Time: 12:30PM-1:30PMADA Accommodation: Need an accommodation or accessible materials? Contact the Office of Universal Access and Digital Compliance at [email protected] or 305-348-1576.