Alaura Carter
About Alaura Carter
Alaura Carter is a Program Manager at The Climate Reality Project with a background in climate justice and communications.
Work at The Climate Reality Project
Alaura Carter has been serving as a Program Manager at The Climate Reality Project since 2018. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing various initiatives aimed at addressing climate change. Her work includes recruiting over 200 individuals for the Climate Reality Leadership Training program, which focuses on empowering leaders to advocate for climate solutions. Additionally, she has played a significant role in designing and coordinating over 35 community events that emphasize education and strategic change.
Previous Experience in Climate Justice
Before her current position, Alaura Carter worked as the Climate Justice Coordinator at Sojourners from 2016 to 2018. In this capacity, she focused on climate justice issues and contributed to various initiatives aimed at promoting environmental equity. She also served as a coordinator on the internal Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) council, emphasizing the importance of inclusive practices within the organization.
Educational Background
Alaura Carter earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations/Image Management from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. Her studies spanned from 2007 to 2012, providing her with a solid foundation in communication strategies and public relations, which she has applied throughout her career in environmental advocacy.
Early Career and Internships
Alaura Carter began her career with internships that provided her with valuable experience in communications. She worked as a Communications Intern at Sustainable Tallahassee in 2010 for five months and at Hip Hop Caucus in 2011 for three months. Additionally, she served as a Communications Fellow at WE ACT for Environmental Justice from 2013 to 2014, where she further developed her skills in environmental communication.