Learning to lead through the climate crisis

Abstract

BackgroundThe climate crisis is the biggest health crisis and social injustice of our time. The author critically reflects on the challenges of coming to terms with the realities of the climate crisis and what these mean for clinicians, educators and leaders in healthcare.MethodsUsing a framework of the personal, professional and the political, the author navigates what learning to lead through the climate crisis really means.ConclusionThe author invites readers to explore their own circles of influence in this crucial arena, whilst emphasising the need for both action and hope in this space.