Anika Mittle

Age 17, The Wheatley School, Roslyn Heights, Long Island

Age 17, The Wheatley School, Roslyn Heights, Long Island

 

“I sincerely hope that my generation will take steps to ameliorate the ongoing climate crisis. I would like to think that one day, my grandchildren will remember me as someone who played a tiny role in the movement to preserve our planet’s precious and finite resources.”

Anika is from a neighborhood on western Long Island called Roslyn Heights, where she lives with her parents and younger sister. She is inspired by activities that place her in a natural environment, like swimming in the ocean or hiking. Anika is passionate about protecting and conserving the natural environment and hopes to study Environmental Science in college. She is also a member of the Climate Museum Youth Advisory Council. Anika is excited to be participating in Climate Speaks to increase awareness about the current crisis and to encourage intergenerational dialogue.