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Here’s what Juliette said about their time at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. The following comments are part of a larger interview with all eight changemakers, which can be viewed here.

Tell us about a challenge you see in the world in your area of study and how you plan to take it on.Ìý

Jackson:ÌýAccess to legal resources is an issue for many people, especially tribal communities. Tribes are being impacted by climate change and the long-term effects of colonization in various ways. Wildfires and droughts are becoming commonplace and if we do not act soon, we risk losing unique cultures, species, and ecological habitats. The goal of my project – the legal advocacy program for the Indigenous nonprofit Sacred Lands, Native Hand – is to implement an equitable and sustainable nonprofit model for underserved tribal communities in the western region of the U.S., who are interested in ecological conservation to combat the effects of climate change.Ìý

What advice do you have for incoming or current students?Ìý

Jackson:ÌýPeople say half the battle is showing up, but you also need to stay informed, and check and respond to your emails. If you do not, then you will likely miss out on those opportunities that could open more doors for you.Ìý