About
Emilie McGlone is the Director of Peace Boat US, a non-profit organization working to promote peace, sustainable development and respect for the environment through educational programs organized onboard the Peace Boat, a chartered passenger ship that travels the world on peace voyages. Peace Boat holds Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and works in partnership with UN delegates, Nobel Peace Laureates and community leaders from around the world to create opportunities for international cooperation focused on conflict resolution, environmental sustainability, indigenous issues, cultural awareness and peace education. Founded in 1983 and nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009, Peace Boat has sailed on over 100 global voyages, carrying more than 60,000 people to more than 100 countries. Currently, Peace Boat is launching a new initiative to build an Ecoship, which will showcase green technology and design, while inspiring positive change to radically reduce our carbon footprint.
Source of Optimism
“I believe that we can achieve a more sustainable future through collaboration and collective action for our environment. We work to raise awareness for the UN Sustainable Development Goals and have developed youth education programs that give me hope for the future generations to work together for climate action.”
Favorite Resource
Against the Tide documentary of Ocean and Climate Youth Ambassadors traveling the world with hope!
It shares the stories from youth on the front lines of the climate crisis and their story of hope for positive action and youth leaders for ocean and climate action today.
