Dr. Erica Holloman:

This Hampton Roads region is really second with regards to feeling the impacts of climate change after New Orleans. Unlike Katrina, the Hampton Roads region has an opportunity to be proactive, instead of reactive.

The largest challenge hasn't been on the side of getting community members involved, because we're living it. We understand it. We know it.

It's about ensuring that our voices are heard, ensuring that our voices are valued in a way that truly implements equitable policies that help those that are most impacted.