We originally chose New Orleans as our convening location because it is one the cities most heavily affected by climate change in the U.S. Since Hurricane Katrina, NOLA has been a hub for communities building climate resilience — and has lots to teach us about building justice into climate recovery. We are thrilled to have partnered with groups from across the region to invest in young people in the area to deepen their work. We are also excited to center New Orleans art and culture throughout the virtual convergence.