Research & Insights
S3, Ep. 4 | From Climate Cardinals to Global Change: Sophia’s Vision for Inclusive Activism

Featuring
Sophia Kianni
Founder of Climate Cardinals, Youngest Appointed United Nations Advisor & Social Entrepreneur
In this episode, Susan sits down with Sophia Kianni, a trailblazer revolutionizing youth leadership in climate change. From her early experiences in Iran, where she saw firsthand the devastating effects of air pollution, to creating Climate Cardinals, a platform translating climate education into over 100 languages, Sophia is breaking down systemic barriers to climate change advocacy.
Sophia shares how she’s empowering communities, providing them the resources to advocate for themselves, and nurturing youth-led climate solutions through innovative programs.
In this episode, you’ll hear how Sophia leads with her “best self,” unleashes ideas and inspires others to take ownership of their climate advocacy.
Listen in to explore:
- How you can lead authentically from your best self
- The power of youth-driven climate solutions
- The importance of diverse voices in climate discussions
Want to hear more from Sophia?
Join us March 20 for the 2025 Simmons Leadership Conference for Sophia’s featured session: Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Building Legacies. Don’t miss the opportunity to participate, along with thousands of leaders attending in-person and virtually for this transformative 1-day leadership experience. Secure your in-person or virtual ticket today.
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