Equipping future climate and health advocates: piloting a locally focused health effects of climate change curriculum in providence county schools

This study demonstrates the feasibility of implementing a locally curated HECCC in an urban setting. The study elicited teacher recommendations for further expansion, broader language translations, alignment with local state standards, and increased survey participation, especially to evaluate impact on eco-anxiety. Future plans involve expanding educator resources such as an educator's toolkit to facilitate the curriculum's adaptation in other communities, especially in alignment with local state standards. Overall, the HECCC shows promise in fostering climate and health literacy among urban youth, equipping them to be informed advocates for local environmental justice.