Young climate change advocates speak out

(From left) State Rep. Hamilton, HSE senior Vernice Riego, College Wood Elementary fourth-grader Leo Berry and Creekside Middle School seventh-grader Siddarth Chavali. (Photo provided)

Hamilton County youth leaders Leo Berry and Siddarth Chavali of Helping Ninjas recently attended State Representative Carey Hamilton’s (D-Indianapolis) Climate Change Resolution hearing in support of efforts and initiatives for a more sustainable future.

The youth-inspired Resolution was heard Wednesday in the House Environmental Committee. Earth Charter Indiana student member Vernice Riego gave her testimony during the hearing, stating urgency for political leaders to consider the resolution.

This was the first time climate change was officially discussed in the House.