GABRIELA V. RODRIGUEZ

ABOUT ME

Student, Activist, Educator

Based in Miami, Florida, I am a student, activist, and educator who holds a passion for environmental and climate education and advocacy. I am currently a Program Coordinator at The CLEO Institute, helping to develop and manage CLEO's various youth programs. Much of my work revolves around helping to bring climate change education to students across Miami, especially those in under-resourced communities.

I also co-host of CLEO's youth-led podcast, House on Fire, which aims to educate its listeners on the climate crisis and empower them to act through impactful conversations with leaders in the climate movement. Moreover, I participate in local climate and social justice advocacy with the Sunrise Movement and GenCLEO.

Soon receiving my bachelor’s degrees in Environmental Studies and Sustainability from Florida International University, I plan to pursue a master's degree to further climate and environmental justice through a blend of education, advocacy, and policy. I am particularly interested in how we can uplift, protect, and ensure leadership to marginalized communities throughout decarbonization.