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The Climate Conscious Podcast amplifies the Caribbean perspective on climate change and sustainable development. Hosted by Derval Barzey, we feature insightful conversations with guests as we advocate for inclusive, resilient, sustainable development through dialogue. We're creating awareness, capturing learnings, and telling our stories of resilience with authenticity. Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Welcome to part 3 of CW4CJ 2025 DAY 1: “Dimensions of Resilience: Live Case Studies from the Global South” Ivy Chebiwot Kessei is a communications specialist from Kenya with a diverse background in corporate communication, journalism, and communication for development (C4D). With a strong foundation in both academic training and hands-on experience, she is passionate about harnessing the transformative power of communication to drive social change. Deeply committed to youth and women’s empo...
Welcome to part 2 of CW4CJ 2025 DAY 1: Live case study session on “Dimensions of Resilience: Live Case Studies from the Global South” Nicole Joseph-Chin is a globally recognized Trinbagonian social entrepreneur and social impact strategist committed to the delivery of social care and empowerment through the lenses of women’s health. She is the Founder of Ms. BrafitTM (a social care brand founded in 2002) and CEO of MBF Enterprises, both leading in the dialogues around breast-empowerment as ...
Welcome to part 1 of CW4CJ 2025 DAY 1: Live case study session on “Dimensions of Resilience: Live Case Studies from the Global South” Dr Paula Henry, a primary care physician and a Public Health practitioner, graduated from the University of the West Indies (UWI) Jamaica in 1980. She holds a diploma in Family Medicine, an MBA from the Edinburgh Business School and an MPH with distinction from UWI. She is also a director of EarthMedic EarthNurse Foundation for Planetary Health. Dr Henr...
Welcome to the 4th and final part of CW4CJ 2025 DAY 1: “Dimensions of Resilience: Live Case Studies from the Global South” Maxine Alleyne-Esprit is a communications professional with a long history of community engagement and accountability to affected populations. Her work in communications and community engagement has spanned a period of 25 years on behalf of private sector, community-based organizations, business support organizations, and the UN, specifically through the Internat...
Climate change is intensifying social and economic inequities worldwide, with women in the Global South, particularly in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), rural communities, and Indigenous territories, bearing a disproportionate share of climate‑related risks. Yet these same women design and lead some of the most innovative, community‑rooted solutions, from youth empowerment programs to regenerative agriculture initiatives. Despite growing recognition, women’s leadership remains un...
The CW4CJ 2025 Keynote speaker, Kendria Ferguson is a sustainability and climate resilience specialist with over a decade of experience across the Caribbean. She holds a Master’s in Global Sustainability and is completing her Ph.D. in Sustainable Development at the University of the West Indies. Her work spans disaster risk reduction, renewable energy, environmental management, and sustainable tourism—supporting governments, international agencies, and NGOs on policy development, project impl...
The Caribbean Women for Climate Justice (CW4CJ) Virtual Conference is back for its third edition. The voices behind The Climate Conscious and The Global Yaadie podcasts take the mic to share what’s in store. In this crossover episode, CW4CJ organizers, Derval and Dainalyn break down the 2025 theme “Sowing Seeds of Sustainable Solutions”. The organizers discuss why centering women is critical to climate justice, and spotlight some of the dynamic speakers joining from across the Ca...
Cherisse Braithwaite-Joseph, CEO of the Cropper Foundation, speaks about her journey in climate philanthropy and the importance of linking environmental sustainability with community development. With over 14 years of experience across environmental management, disaster risk reduction, and community development, Cherise shares how her career has been a continuous journey toward people-centered, data-driven climate action. Cherisse discuss innovative projects like the 'Writing for ...
Pierre Noel is the Executive Director of the Haiti Development Institute (HDI), an organization advancing development by strengthening local leadership and institutional capacity across Haiti. HDI’s approach centers local communities as architects of their future, particularly in climate-vulnerable regions. Through infrastructure development, civic leadership, and cross-sector partnerships, HDI offers a model for locally grounded philanthropy that responds to crisis while building long-...
Rashema Ingraham is an advocate for community-engaged conservation, leading Bonefish and Tarpon Trust Bahamas. Rashima's connection to the ocean is deeply personal and rooted in her family heritage. In this episode of the CLASP series Rashema and Derval discuss the importance of marine conservation in the Caribbean, the role of community engagement in conservation efforts, and how philanthropy can support local initiatives. Rashema shares her personal journey into climate advocacy, the ...
In this episode, Derval Barzey sits down with Carolyn Mahfood, CEO of the Grace Kennedy Foundation, to explore the powerful intersection of climate action and philanthropy in the Caribbean. They discuss the foundation’s evolution over the years, its deep commitment to sustainability through ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices, and highlight the remarkable impact of initiatives like the Kingston Harbour Cleanup Project. This conversation underscores the importance...
In this episode of the CLASP podcast series, host Derval Barzey sits down with Professor Rosalea Hamilton, Chair of the Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance (CARIPHIL) and CEO of the Lasco Chin Foundation, to discuss how collaborative philanthropy is driving climate resilience, gender equity, and grassroots empowerment across the Caribbean. With small island states facing the multiple crises of climate change and economic and geopolitical uncertainty, the time for bold, united action is now. Prof...
Welcome to the CLASP Podcast Series. In this introductory episode of the CLASP podcast series, host Derval Barzey discusses the intersection of climate action and philanthropy in the Caribbean with Erica Miller, Head of Climate at WINGS and Anthea McLaughlin, CEO of The Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance (CariPhil). They explore the transformative potential of the CLASP initiative. CLASP: Forging a Resilient Caribbean Through Climate Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships. The CLASP Initiati...
In this episode of the Climate Conscious Podcast, we delve into the complexities of sustainability planning with Petal Joseph, a sustainability expert and LEED consultant. Petal shares her unique journey from environmental science to urban planning, discussing her work in green certification and sustainable development. She offers valuable insights on the intersection of social justice, grassroots activism, and planning, as well as the importance of balancing the environment, economy, and soc...
In this episode of The Climate Conscious Podcast's Demystify Series, Princess Avianne Charles unpacks the deep connection between climate change and occupational safety and health. Princess Avianne Charles is a workers' rights activist and writer based in Trinidad and Tobago. She covers topics on human rights, labour laws, climate and environmental justice, and occupational safety and health. With a degree in Occupational Safety and Health, she centers her work on providing safer spaces and...
In this episode of The Climate Conscious Podcast's Demystify Series, Christian Wassermann, the founder of Plastic Compact, explains an innovative approach to addressing plastic pollution. Christian shares the vision behind his project—a mobile app that incentivizes plastic waste collection through micro rewards, empowering individuals to take actionable steps against plastic pollution. Key points: The pressing challenges of plastic waste, its impact on human health and ecosystems, and the im...
Derval and Jesse Ramcharan discuss the importance of SDG 16 Peace, Justice, and strong institutions. Jesse explains that strong institutions are crucial for creating inclusive, just, and sustainable societies, and they directly support the achievement of other SDGs. Jesse Ramcharan is a transformational leader and business consultant specializing in digital transformation and change management. He is the Regional Director of USIDHR – US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights, the Country D...
Demystifying Carbon Capture The first episode of the Demystify series explores various aspects of carbon capture, including its role in addressing global decarbonisation challenges, environmental justice concerns, and the importance of community engagement in implementation. This conversation also touched on the risks of carbon dioxide storage and transportation, as well as the need to consider social and economic factors in the transition to renewable energy sources. Marsha King, a s...
Activist & Educator, Dahvia Hylton is leading protest action in Jamaica against Deep Sea Mining (DSM). In this episode, she makes a strong case for why this activity should not be supported. She outlines the tangible and intangible value of the ocean, including climate regulation and marine biodiversity, the potential environmental, cultural and social impacts of DSM and highlights the work of the Jamaica Climate Change Youth Council in defending the sustainability of the Ocean and by ext...
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Menakshi Babulall, a passionate advocate for women's empowerment, community development, and sustainability. Menakshi, the founder of A Different View Project and Vaksana, is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for women and children in her homeland of Guyana. In this episode, we explore Menakshi's journey, motivations, and the transformative work she is leading. Episode Highlights: Menakshi's personal story and the founding of A Dif...
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