Our reporter Romy van Baarsen reflects on her participation with Extinction Rebellion and the experiences of activists striving to make a difference. She shares her personal experience and reflections from when she joined Extinction Rebellion's monumental A12 highway blockade in The Hague, when she stood among thousands, driven by a shared pain for our planet.

After 27 days of A12 blockade and more than 9,000 arrests, the blockade sparked a political shift, forcing discussions on fossil subsidies into the limelight. Romy delves into the nuances of nonviolent protest, the shared pain that motivates climate activists, and the impact of their tireless efforts.

In Expert Talk we speak to inspiring experts from a specific field, who shed their light on pressing topics. This time: Josh Farley, professor and teacher in Ecological Economics.

We spoke with the UN Youth Representative for Biodiversity and Food Evi Vet. For 2 years she has fulfilled this role representing the voice of the youth. As she passes the baton to her successors, she reflects with us on the past years. She discusses the importance of taking the future generations into account and making biodiversity a top priority.

In Expert Talk we speak to inspiring experts from a specific field, who shed their light on pressing topics. This time: professor in environmental history Bartow Elmore.