Founder & Executive Director, One Up Action
Kevin J Patel is a passionate and dedicated climate activist and public speaker, who leads the youth-led climate movement OneUpAction International as the Founder and Executive Director. He also serves as the Chair of the Youth Climate Commission at LA County, where he advocates for climate justice and policy change at the local level.
With the help of his team and partners, he has organized and participated in multiple campaigns, events, and initiatives to raise awareness, educate, and empower young people to take action for the planet. He has also been recognized as a sustainability honoree by NowThis News, and featured in various publications and platforms, such as Vox, Patagonia, and MensHealth. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Government at Loyola Marymount University.