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Shorts

Sometimes, the smallest insights can spark the biggest ideas. Our ‘Shorts’ are bite-sized takes on social-ecological challenges – quick, clear, and packed with food for thought. Want to know what drives our approach to storytelling? Visit our project page to explore the story and creative energy behind our work. Dive in and let us know what you think!

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Bringing the Desertification Fresco to ChangeNOW 2025

We’re heading to ChangeNOW 2025 to explore how science, systems thinking, and storytelling can drive meaningful climate action. As ambassadors for the Desertification Fresco, we’re excited to help make land degradation and food system transformation more visible and actionable. …
ChangeNow2025 announcement: Elise and Joy facilitating the Desertification Fresco

Bringing the Desertification Fresco to ChangeNOW 2025

We’re heading to ChangeNOW 2025 to explore how science, systems thinking, and storytelling can drive meaningful climate action. As ambassadors for the Desertification Fresco, we’re excited to help make land degradation and food system transformation more visible and actionable. …

Our first months as workshop facilitators

It was only four years ago that we started this “weird” hobby of reading scientific papers and reports together. While Joy cooked us dinner, I (Elise) would read a study aloud on one of our latest interests—we would sometimes even discuss the supplements or data …
Planetary Boundaries Fresco with Elise van Breda & Joy van Breda and friends

Our first months as workshop facilitators

It was only four years ago that we started this “weird” hobby of reading scientific papers and reports together. While Joy cooked us dinner, I (Elise) would read a study aloud on one of our latest interests—we would sometimes even discuss the supplements or data …

Holding big polluters accountable via shareholder activism

In the Netherlands, 30 companies are responsible for about 40% of CO2 emissions, and their plans are currently not in line with the Paris Agreement. Therefore, we’ve been training activistic shareholders to confront the CEO and board members of some of the most polluting companies …
Elise van Breda and Joy van Breda training activistic shareholders for Milieudefensie (The Dutch Friends of the Earth).

Holding big polluters accountable via shareholder activism

In the Netherlands, 30 companies are responsible for about 40% of CO2 emissions, and their plans are currently not in line with the Paris Agreement. Therefore, we’ve been training activistic shareholders to confront the CEO and board members of some of the most polluting companies …

Don’t give power to hate

Let’s call for a society that works for everyone, a society that thrives on inclusivity, empathy, and justice, one where every individual is seen, heard, and valued, regardless of background, religion, gender, disability, or sexual orientation. Let’s stand together and demand a world without fascism, …
Joy van Breda, Steven George and Elise van Breda at protest against hate The Hague

Don’t give power to hate

Let’s call for a society that works for everyone, a society that thrives on inclusivity, empathy, and justice, one where every individual is seen, heard, and valued, regardless of background, religion, gender, disability, or sexual orientation. Let’s stand together and demand a world without fascism, …

We facilitate Climate Fresk workshops!

On the last day of the UN Climate Change Conference #COP28, we were introduced to the Climate Fresk: a 3-hour interactive and collaborative workshop that helps participants better understand the fundamental science behind the causes and consequences of climate change and empowers them to take …
Children's version of Climate Fresk at Niftarlake College

We facilitate Climate Fresk workshops!

On the last day of the UN Climate Change Conference #COP28, we were introduced to the Climate Fresk: a 3-hour interactive and collaborative workshop that helps participants better understand the fundamental science behind the causes and consequences of climate change and empowers them to take …

COP28 photo recap

Last year, we had the opportunity to join the Plant Base Treaty at the COP28 climate conference to advocate for a swift transition towards a food system that is not only ecologically safe but also socially just. It was such a privilege to be surrounded …
Elise and Joy van Breda at justice march COP28 Dubai

COP28 photo recap

Last year, we had the opportunity to join the Plant Base Treaty at the COP28 climate conference to advocate for a swift transition towards a food system that is not only ecologically safe but also socially just. It was such a privilege to be surrounded …

Defend the deep – stop deep-sea mining

The Arctic’s deep seas could be next on the list for plunder if mining companies are given the go-ahead to exploit the ocean depths, the environmental cost will be devastating. Sign, to say no. …
Stop deep-sea mining Avaaz 1/3

Defend the deep – stop deep-sea mining

The Arctic’s deep seas could be next on the list for plunder if mining companies are given the go-ahead to exploit the ocean depths, the environmental cost will be devastating. Sign, to say no. …

2023 highlights!

We’re not consistent in posting new content, nor can we keep our stories live to discuss all topics that do not get the attention they need – this has been bothering us a lot. But at the same time, we’ve been working hard to create …
2023 highlights 1/10 Joy and Elise at COP28

2023 highlights!

We’re not consistent in posting new content, nor can we keep our stories live to discuss all topics that do not get the attention they need – this has been bothering us a lot. But at the same time, we’ve been working hard to create …

Opt for biodegradable soap bars

Opting for biodegradable soap bars instead of chemical liquid soaps is such an easy little step towards a more responsible lifestyle. It also saves lots of space, which is great for tiny living – like we do. Here are some reasons why you also should …
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Opt for biodegradable soap bars

Opting for biodegradable soap bars instead of chemical liquid soaps is such an easy little step towards a more responsible lifestyle. It also saves lots of space, which is great for tiny living – like we do. Here are some reasons why you also should …
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