Governing Board
Roopak Kandasamy (he/him)
Roopak is President of the Governing Board of 350 Bay Area, and also leads the Business Engagement Program: an initiative to engage businesses & corporations on taking action around climate
The Mobilizing Team is a platform for youth and young adults to take tangible, collective climate action to bring about social change in a fight we have a clear stake in. Youth and young adults fill out this form to join.
All ages are also welcome and encouraged to join our call: Monthly Climate Action Meeting – RSVP here!
The Art Team is a space for creatives to come together and make art for the climate movement. We meet every first Thursday from 5:30 – 6:30pm.
Parents: We’re calling on you to take climate action with 350 Bay Area! Please join us at the: Monthly Climate Action Meeting to learn more – RSVP here!
Every worker can be a climate champion. Learn more at CARL.eco CARL is a place to find resources and inspiration for climate action within your community and workplace.
Workplace giving and volunteering is also super helpful! You can also book a Climate Action Hour for your company with 350 Bay Area. Use the visit.org site or email us at info@350bayarea.org.
Donating is another impactful way to be part of the team. Donate online or by check to “350 Bay Area” PO Box 18762 Oakland, CA 94619.
There are lots of other ways to give as well! You can even donate your car and go solar to benefit 350 Bay Area.
We provide presentations about the causes of the climate crisis and its solutions. Our talks can be tailored to suit the age, interests and knowledge of your particular audience. Our speakers can work with or without slides, depending on your venue and preference. To request a speaker on a range of climate topics, email to Jan Kirsch, Speakers’ Bureau Coordinator info@350bayarea.org.
We are actively recruiting for more Governing Board members. To apply, please send your resume or Linkedin to info@350bayarea.org
Roopak is President of the Governing Board of 350 Bay Area, and also leads the Business Engagement Program: an initiative to engage businesses & corporations on taking action around climate
Nan is a retired non profit administrator, a global leader and long-time activist for the rights of children in-need and their families. In 2013 she was honored by the San
Laura is the Executive Director of 350 Bay Area and 350 Bay Area Action. After a long career providing strategy and marketing consulting to large corporations and startups, Laura left
Jack is a retired transportation engineer/planner with about 30 years experience. Jack was also a bookkeeper, child care worker, community organizer, and truck assembler for a total of about 10
As the Development and Communications Director of 350 Bay Area, Nan is focused on growing the climate movement and deeply engaging the 350 Bay Area community to be part of
Bob served as president of the National Congress for Community Economic Development, executive director of the Alliance for Healthy Homes, and VP for Community Building at United Way of America.
Daniel has been involved in local climate policy advocacy for the last six years on both sides of the Bay, leading the coalition responsible for San Francisco’s all-electric new construction
Laura is the Executive Director of 350 Bay Area and 350 Bay Area Action. After a long career providing strategy and marketing consulting to large corporations and startups, Laura left
As the Development and Communications Director of 350 Bay Area, Nan is focused on growing the climate movement and deeply engaging the 350 Bay Area community to be part of
Isabel graduated from San Francisco State University with a B.S. in Visual Communication Design. As a graphic designer, they work alongside the administrative and art teams to create visuals that
As Lead Organizer, Zoe coordinates the Youth-Led Mobilizing Team and 350 Bay Area’s local organizing efforts. She leads the collaboration between 350 Bay Area Local Groups, develops and facilitates campaigns
Monica works with the team as the Communication Lead, creating and executing the overall communications strategy and growing our network of enthusiastic volunteers, activists, donors, and supporters. She was previously
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force Founder and Former Berkeley City Council Member
Sr. Program Advisor, EV Charging for All with Plug In America and Strategic Partnerships Director for Atmos Financial
Founding Member & Co-Director of West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project
Partner at CivicKnit, Past Chair of the California Coastal Commission and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, and Former Member of Marin Board of Supervisors
