Sharmaine G. Casimiro is a Foreign Service student at New Era University with a strong academic foundation and a growing interest in international affairs. Her studies have helped her understand that big global problems like climate change need countries to work together, as well as local communities to take action. Sharmaine is especially interested in climate diplomacy and how it can help create fair and lasting solutions for vulnerable communities worldwide.

As a Climate Action Lab Ambassador, she works to inspire fellow youth to learn about climate change and take part in building more sustainable and resilient communities. Sharmaine believes young people have the power to lead change, and she’s committed to making climate education more accessible and actionable for her generation.

Tashana Cera Encarnado is a Foreign Service student at New Era University with a strong passion for diplomacy that is rooted not only in international relations, but also in the shared responsibility of addressing global issues which is climate change.

As a Student Ambassador for the Climate Action Lab, she brings this perspective into her advocacy by promoting climate action as a form of diplomacy, one that requires cooperation, inclusivity, and shared vision across borders and sectors. Her work with the Lab allows her to engage in meaningful collaboration with students, faculty, and communities, supporting projects that aim to regenerate ecosystems, influence policy, and build sustainable, people-centered solutions.

For Tashana, climate diplomacy isn’t just about high-level negotiations but it’s also about local voices, community knowledge, and everyday action. Her experience with the Climate Action Lab has deepened her commitment to pursuing a diplomatic career that reflects climate justice, environmental stewardship, and global solidarity.

She believes that the future of international relations must be rooted in both people and planet, and through this ambassadorship, she is learning how to lead with that balance in mind.

Khyle Cathrine S. Frigillano is an undergraduate student at New Era University, taking Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Service, a course that specializes in International Relations and currently serves as a Student Ambassador for the Climate Action Lab. She is driven by a strong commitment to environmental justice and global cooperation and brings a unique diplomatic lens to climate advocacy.  

In her role as an ambassador, she actively works to connect climate science with policy by engaging and reaching out to fellow students. She’s especially interested in how international agreements, cross-border partnerships, and youth diplomacy can help create fair and effective solutions to the climate crisis.

By integrating her academic background with the mission of the Climate Action Lab, she aims to inspire her peers to view climate change not just as an environmental issue, but as a complex global challenge requiring coordinated, inclusive action. Through this role, she continues to build her capacity as a future advocate and policymaker committed to sustainable development and international climate cooperation.

Luis Ricardo Lopez is an undergraduate student at New Era University, pursuing a degree in Foreign Service. With a strong interest in global affairs, climate diplomacy, and community engagement, Luis serves as a Climate Action Lab Ambassador, promoting climate education and action among youth and local communities.

As an ambassador, Luis supports awareness campaigns, organizes climate-centered activities, and bridges international climate goals with local solutions. Passionate about sustainability, public service, and environmental advocacy, Luis aspires to contribute to climate resilience and policy through a career in international relations and diplomacy.