DO YOU REALIZE? A Mural on Climate Change By Kevin Ledo

Canadian Artist Kevin Ledo worked with the ladies of Girls Inc. in Lynn, Massachusetts to bring awareness to the pressing problem of climate change. In his mural, below the question, DO YOU REALIZE? Kevin painted a portrait of a young climate activist named, DeeDee.

The overwhelming consensus among publishing scientists that climate change is a real and human-caused phenomenon, with 97% of them in agreement. This consensus is based on extensive research and scientific evidence pointing to the impacts of human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, on the Earth’s climate.

Despite the widespread acknowledgment of climate change, the response to address this global challenge has been slow and insufficient. The visible consequences of climate change, including wildfires, hurricanes, rising sea levels, poor air quality, and a decline in biodiversity, not only pose immediate threats to communities and ecosystems but also have long-term implications for the well-being of the planet and its inhabitants.

The mural emphasizes the need for humanity to unite and collectively implement behavior changes, as all the participants painted things they feel adults and the greater public are failing to understand about the future. The hope is that all who pass by will read the messages and feel empowered to vote and/or organize their communities for a healthy planet.

The importance of youth activism and advocacy in driving change often play a significant role in raising awareness, mobilizing communities, and pressuring decision-makers to take meaningful action. The involvement of the younger generation reflects a commitment to building a sustainable future and ensuring that the impacts of climate change are mitigated for generations to come.

This project was organized by aptART with the collaboration of Beyond Walls and One Blue Sky.

 

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