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Kids in a Changing Climate: What Parents Need to Know

May 29, 2014 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Free

family_pollution-580x386Expert panel and discussion with health professionals, scientists, climate experts, and moms.
Dominique Browning, director and co-founder of Moms Clean Air Force,  moderator.

How does a changing climate affect our children’s health? And what can parents do about it? Join Moms Clean Air Force as we raise awareness and inspire action about being a parent in a warming world. In May and June of 2014, we are hosting live panel discussions on this issue in Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; and Richmond, VA.  Join us for vibrant conversation about the health impacts of a changing climate and the importance of parents getting engaged and involved.  Reception following panel.

Panel Speakers:

  • Terri Bennett, earth scientist and eco-expert
  • Meg Houlihan, psychologist and member, Medical Advocates for Healthy Air
  • Jacqui Patterson, Director, NAACP Climate Justice Initiative
  • Lauren Thie, Epidemiologist, NC Department of Health and Human Services

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Sponsored by Moms Clean Air Force and Clean Air Carolina.

Details

Date:
May 29, 2014
Time:
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:
Free

Venue

Central Piedmont Community College
1141 Elizabeth Ave
Charlotte, NC 28204 United States
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Phone:
(704) 330-2722
Website:
http://www.cpcc.edu/