What would you say if given the opportunity to tell world leaders your thoughts on climate change? For 17 year-old New Zealander, Brittany Trilford, that opportunity became a reality this morning at the Rio+20 Earth Summit. Invited to provide the opening speech, Trilford delivered a polite, but stern address to the 130 heads of state and representatives in attendance. Her demand: Do something.
Read more, including the full text of Brittany’s speech, here: 17 Year-Old Brittany Trilford Addresses World Leaders at the UN Earth Summit