#39: Generational Equity – Sparking Change Across Generations" - A conversation with Steve Higgs

In a world increasingly defined by its complexities, how do we ensure that future generations inherit a planet and society better than the one we found? Join us in this eye-opening episode where we sit down with Steve Higgs, the visionary Executive Director of SAGE (Senior Advocates for Generational Equity). Steve's profound insights into generational equity will challenge the way you think about your role in society, especially as an elder. Discover how every small action we take today can reverberate through time, creating a legacy of hope and sustainability. Whether you're a seasoned activist or just beginning your journey, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to make a meaningful impact.

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of generational equity. Steve discusses the vital role elders play in creating a better future for the next generations, highlighting how SAGE inspires people over fifty to give forward with their time, money, and voice. The conversation covers pressing issues such as climate change, education, and economic challenges, emphasizing the importance of intergenerational collaboration. Steve also shares his personal journey and how a single walk behind a waterfall sparked his lifelong commitment to environmental sustainability and advocacy. This episode is a call to action for elders to engage in meaningful work that ensures a thriving world for those who follow.

Steve Higgs as the Executive Director of SAGE has dedicated over a decade to inspiring and mobilizing elders to give forward for the benefit of future generations. With a rich background as an environmental attorney at Perkins Coie LLP, Steve led significant environmental policy and litigation efforts while spearheading sustainability initiatives. His commitment to environmental stewardship is underpinned by his academic achievements, including a Juris Doctor in Environmental Law and a Master of Science in Resource Policy & Behavior from the University of Michigan. He also served as a U.S. Fulbright Research Fellow in New Zealand, where he focused on mediation in environmental disputes. Earlier in his career, Steve was a Research Fellow at the Ecosystem Management Initiative and advocated for river conservation with American Rivers. Through his leadership at SAGE, Steve continues to inspire intergenerational collaboration and activism, ensuring that each generation contributes to a better future.

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