TED: Why climate change is a threat to human rights | Mary Robinson

The transcript covers the speaker's journey from early life in Ireland to becoming the first woman President of Ireland, focusing on human rights and justice. It highlights her realization of climate change as a human rights issue and the need for climate justice. The speaker emphasizes global inequality, the urgency for action, and innovative solutions to climate challenges. The historical context of 1945 is compared to 2015, urging a shift in consciousness for a sustainable future.

What early experiences influenced the speaker's passion for human rights and justice?

How did the speaker's presidency focus on marginalized communities in Ireland?

What challenges does President Tong of Kiribati face regarding climate change?

How does the speaker relate climate change to human rights?

What are the implications of climate change for food and water rights?

What does the speaker identify as the greatest threat to human rights in the 21st century?

What role does the speaker believe the international community should play in addressing climate change?

What is the significance of the Sustainable Development Goals mentioned by the speaker?

What actions does the speaker believe are necessary to ensure no one is left behind in the fight against climate change?

How does the speaker suggest we can achieve a safe world for future generations?