Disha Ravi

Indian climate activist instrumental in organizing global digital climate strikes during the pandemic

Disha Ravi (1998-) emerged as a pivotal figure in climate activism during the 2021 global climate strikes. A former climate policy consultant for the UN, she co-created the 'Fridays for Future Digital Playbook' - a toolkit enabling youth-led climate actions in over 50 countries during pandemic lockdowns. This resource helped organize virtual protests reaching 20 million participants globally.

Her arrest in February 2021 for alleged involvement in India's farmers' protests brought international attention to environmental justice causes. Despite legal challenges, Ravi continued advocating for climate action through digital platforms. She pioneered the #ClimateActionNow campaign that pressured governments to commit stronger NDCs at COP26.

Ravi's work bridges digital activism and policy change, creating accessible frameworks for marginalized communities. She collaborates with grassroots groups like India's Vanavasi Kalyan Ashram to amplify Indigenous voices in climate negotiations. Explore her initiatives via Fridays for Future or read analysis in Nature Climate Journal.