The issues facing our planet are big. Sometimes, overwhelmingly big.
Like when we first discovered that components used in our shoes contained PFAS “forever chemicals.” It took four years of taking every positive step we could until our shoes were finally free of PFAS in 2018. (And we’re helping others do the same.)
Luckily, The Joy Report podcast from Intersectional Environmentalist is here to help make environmental crises more manageable through radical imagination and positivity. We love it so much we’re sponsoring the podcast’s second season, so host Arielle King can continue to share stories about climate solutions and environmental justice grounded in intersectionality, optimism, and joy.
We’ve been partnering with Intersectional Environmentalist since 2023, and we increased our investment in 2024, becoming their first multi-year corporate partner. IE calls themselves “movement connectors,” bringing an inclusive approach to environmentalism that supports grassroots environmental justice efforts. It’s a place for everyone to come together, make their voices heard, and feel empowered to take action in their own way.
"You can be an engineer, you can be a chef, you can be a construction worker. Whoever you are, you belong in the environmental movement."
“I wish people knew that when we say intersectional environmentalist, we mean intersectional environmentalists – so you can be an engineer, you can be a chef, you can be a construction worker. Whoever you are, you belong in the environmental movement and that’s what Intersectional Environmentalist is all about,” says co-founder Kiana Kazemi.
We kicked off season two of The Joy Report with an Earth Sessions event at our global headquarters in Portland, Oregon – featuring inspiring conversation from co-founders Leah Thomas, Kiana Kazemi, and Diandra Marizet. The trio dove into the importance of climate optimism and radical imagination.
“One thing I want people to know about intersectional environmentalism: it’s supposed to be joyful,” says Diandra. “It’s supposed to be a fun time, an empowering time. That’s why we’re here at Earth Sessions with good vibes, music, food, friends, community.”
You’ll find more good vibes on The Joy Report. Tune into the podcast to hear stories and updates on all things climate, social, and environmental justice explained in a succinct, accessible way by Arielle King, an environmental justice advocate and attorney passionate about environmental education. Be sure to check it out!
