It has been almost a year since I started my PhD, and I will soon present my research plan that will keep me busy for the next few years. This is a good time to reflect on how I decided to pursue a PhD and to share what I will be working on during this interesting time.
By Dr. Jan Freihardt: Who gets to shape the global conversation on climate change—and why are so many voices from the Global South missing? During a teaching experience in Ghana, I was confronted with uncomfortable questions about historical inequalities, resource extraction, and the role of privileged academics in North-South collaborations. How can we foster more ethical and truly reciprocal knowledge exchanges?
By Dr. Jan Freihardt: Attending a UN Climate Change Conference like COP29 in Azerbaijan is no small feat — and not just because of the logistical and financial hurdles. From exclusive badges to exorbitant costs, these global events often restrict access to the very people most affected by climate change, raising urgent questions about inclusivity and representation in the fight for our planet’s future.