Climate Change Storyteller
Independent
Justin Cook is a journalist, photographer and artist based in Durham, North Carolina. He tells stories about ordinary people who are being impacted by climate change and connects climate change to things that they are passionate about: their homes, sacred places and history. He believes storytelling that not only shines light on these issues, but also investigates solutions is crucial in order for humans to live in a better relationship with the planet.
Justin is a licensed drone pilot. He is a multiple Pulitzer Center grantee, and his work has been funded by The Solutions Journalism Network, The North Carolina Arts Council, The Puffin Foundation; and honored by The Magenta Foundation, Pictures of The Year International, The Society of Environmental Journalists, The Society of Professional Journalists, and American Photography. When he is not making photographs, you can find him hunting for fossilized shark teeth in eastern North Carolina.
Making Climate Personal: Centering People and Solutions in Climate Visuals That Move Audience
Thursday, September 11, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT