Climate Activist & Movement Leader; Co-Founder & Founding Executive Director of Sunrise Movement; Co-Editor of "Winning the Green New Deal"
Varshini Prakash Biography
Varshini Prakash is a climate activist recognized as the co-founder and founding executive director of Sunrise Movement, a youth-led political organization focused on climate change advocacy and building an equitable economy. Prakash helped launch Sunrise Movement as a 501(c)(4) organization, working alongside seven other co-founders to promote political action on climate change.
As an undergraduate at the University of Massachusetts, Prakash led a campaign urging the university to divest from fossil fuels, resulting in a successful outcome after a two-week escalation involving students, alumni, and faculty. This early organizing experience contributed to the foundation of Sunrise Movement, which has become a significant force in American climate politics.
During Prakash's tenure, Sunrise Movement expanded nationally. The organization mobilized activists for a sit-in at Nancy Pelosi's office, which led to the formation of a congressional committee on climate change. Sunrise Movement played a central role in popularizing the Green New Deal and encouraging major news outlets to host a Democratic forum on climate change. The group also organized the Global Climate Strike, mobilizing millions across 150 countries to demand climate action. Prakash's leadership has been instrumental in translating grassroots activism into political outcomes within the climate movement.
Prakash is co-editor of the book "Winning the Green New Deal: Why We Must, How We Can." She served as an adviser to Joe Biden's climate task force and appeared in Rachel Lears' documentary film "To the End," which premiered at Sundance Film Festival and was presented at Tribeca Film Festival. Her work has been featured in publications such as New Yorker, The New York Times, BBC, and Washington Post, broadening the reach of her climate advocacy.
Prakash has been recognized on Forbes' 30 Under 30 for law and policy and the TIME 100 Next list, which highlights emerging leaders in politics, culture, and science. Dickinson College awarded her the Sam Rose '58 and Julie Walters Prize for Global Environmental Activism. After stepping down as executive director of Sunrise Movement, Prakash continues to be a prominent voice at the intersection of climate, justice, and political change.
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UMass Amherst alumna Varshini Prakash '15, Sunrise Movement
At UMass Amherst Varshini Prakash '15 found a community of passionate engaged students and learned skills to turn concerns over climate change.
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