Meet our Ambassadors
Meet the Changemakers: Our Ambassadors Leading the Way for a Sustainable Future
Meet Carmelo Fedele
Climate Fresk and Biodiversity Collage facilitator, NSW
Carmelo became a Fresker in April 2023, driven by a desire to engage his students in climate change education. One of his proudest achievements was facilitating the IGS Climate Fresk, Australia’s largest Climate Fresk. Recently, he completed the training to run Biodiversity Collage workshops, and we’re excited to see him share his knowledge of biodiversity with schools. When it’s tough to inspire action, Carmelo reflects on the world his students will inherit, striving to ensure he does his part to make it better.
Read this case study of the IGS Climate Fresk!
We feel blessed to have Carmelo as part of the team because students are the seeds of the future we want to cultivate.
Meet Stéphane Schneider
Climate Fresk Facilitator
Stéphane became a Fresker in March 2024, with his first workshop held at International Grammar School in April. Motivated by curiosity and a desire to put his professional skills to use, Stéphane transitioned to ClimateTech after a 10-year career in Customer Success, where he honed his ability to convince organizations and people to change.
One of his proudest moments was launching the concept of Fresk at the pub. In search of a venue to host a workshop with friends and contacts, he remembered that public houses are community hubs, where the atmosphere of food and drinks fosters connection and conversation.
What keeps Stéphane inspired is the “light bulb” moment he witnesses in every workshop – that powerful instant when someone fully grasps the scope and consequences of climate change. Being the catalyst for that realization is what keeps him going.
There is not a single workshop without a light bulb moment for one or several attendees. That special moment when someone “gets” the full picture of climate change and the consequences. Being the trigger of that moment keeps me going!
Meet Bruce MacDonald
Climate Fresk Facilitator, VIC
Bruce became a Fresker in October 2022 after attending a workshop led by Laure Legros at his office. After a conversation with her, he knew this was a journey he wanted to continue. Although Bruce was already aware of the climate issues we face, he was deeply moved by the effectiveness of the Fresk delivery and saw how it impacted other participants. It inspired him to contribute in a meaningful way.
One of his proudest moments is knowing that his workshop inspired two of his “ex-students,” Tim and Erica, to become facilitators themselves. Soon, he’ll be helping them deliver their first workshop, continuing the cycle of empowerment and education.
What keeps Bruce motivated, especially when it’s tough to inspire action, is the thought of future generations who will inherit the world we shape today. While the challenges ahead are significant, he believes that every small positive impact counts, and we owe it to those yet to be born to do what we can now.
There are a lot of people – a lot of generations – that have not yet been born. There is little doubt that the world that they face is going to be worse by almost every measure than the one that we live in. But it is not a binary outcome. It will not be a matter of success or failure. Any small impact we can make is positive. And we owe it to those who have no voice because they have not yet been born to do what we can.
Meet Ewa Slocinska Ragot
Climate Fresk and Biodiversity Collage facilitator, NSW
Ewa has co-facilitated many Fresks, reaching hundreds of participants. She became a Fresker in June 2022 through the WorkForClimate Academy, where the Climate Fresk workshop played a pivotal role in her training. She is also a Biodiversity Collage facilitator.
Her motivation to get involved came after the birth of her son, when she realised the challenges future generations would face due to climate change. Unsure where to begin, she connected with Laure, the Climate Fresk Country Coordinator at the time, who recommended the Academy. This led her to become a Climate Fresk facilitator.
Ewa is passionate about raising awareness in Australia and volunteers at local markets while also contributing to the creation of communication tools for Climate Fresk Australia’s social media. With a background in marketing communications, she enjoys using her skills to further the mission.
When things get tough, Ewa draws inspiration from being part of the a community, where the collective voice is stronger. She prefers focusing on what she can do rather than being discouraged by the inaction of others, always remembering that every action counts.
Being part of this community is a reminder that our collective voice is stronger. I also prefer to focus on what I can do rather than being discouraged by the inaction of others.
About Our Ambassador Program
Our Ambassador Program is part of a rapidly growing movement, with ambassadors across the country working to spread climate and biodiversity education, action and impact. Through this program, passionate people are trained and empowered to host workshops that drive meaningful action and understanding of environmental issues.
Ambassadors are the heart of our initiative, running workshops year-round and reaching people of all ages, from schools and communities to businesses. Together, we’re helping to bridge knowledge gaps, inspire action, and create a more sustainable future for all.
If you’re interested in hosting a workshop or becoming an ambassador, get in touch and join us in making a difference!