In a bold stand against rising disinformation and political interference in scientific discourse, global climate media platform We Don’t Have Time has unveiled its new campaign, “Make Science Great Again,” during the ChangeNOW 2025 Summit in Paris.
The initiative seeks to restore science to the heart of global decision-making and is rapidly gaining momentum ahead of Climate Week NYC this September.With the powerful tagline “When truth becomes a threat, science becomes resistance,” the campaign aims to defend scientists under attack, amplify evidence-based solutions, and counter the global surge in misinformation with credible, fact-driven dialogue.
A Pan-African Voice in the Global Fight
Patrick Kiarie, a representative of We Don’t Have Time Africa, emphasized the campaign’s urgency and relevance across the continent.“Science is the backbone of informed decision-making, from tackling the climate crisis to guiding innovations that lift communities out of poverty,” Kiarie stated. “Across Africa, we face urgent challenges that demand evidence-based solutions—but our scientists are often underfunded, unheard, or politicized.
By making science great again, we are safeguarding our future.”He called for greater respect for scientific voices in African policy-making, education, and public debate, urging citizens to advocate for a culture that prioritizes sustainability and truth.
A Global Mission with Ambitious Goals
At the heart of the campaign is a €1 million fundraising target to build a state-of-the-art climate broadcast studio in Manhattan. The hub will be unveiled during Climate Week NYC in September and will connect digitally with the organization’s Stockholm studio.
This global broadcasting network will empower scientists to share their insights freely, transcending political and geographic barriers. We Don’t Have Time, stressed the urgency of reclaiming the power of science:“Science once helped us land on the moon, eradicate diseases, and connect the world. Now, it must help us save the future—from climate collapse to pandemics.”Following New York, the campaign will move to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, where live broadcasts from the diplomatic zone will amplify the voices of scientists directly from the frontlines of climate negotiations.
Four Pillars of Action
The campaign rests on a clear, four-part strategy:
1. Defend scientists under attack – By spotlighting endangered research centers like Hawaii’s Mauna Loa CO₂ Observatory, the campaign seeks urgent public and financial support.
2. Amplify successful science – Highlighting breakthrough discoveries such as the role of super pollutants in cooling the planet by 0.5°C.
3. Engage leaders in science-based dialogue – Citing past successes like Sweden’s largest pension fund divesting from fossil fuels following a We Don’t Have Time interview.
4. Host weekly science briefings – Modeled on COVID-era health updates, trusted experts will offer regular updates on planetary health, innovation, and critical developments.
Call to Action: Donate, Volunteer, Invest
Supporters worldwide can contribute financially or volunteer their time. Donors are recognized via the We Don’t Have Time app, and those contributing significantly will receive a limited-edition Make Science Great Again cap, crafted from 100% recycled materials.
High-value donors (over €100,000) may also invest directly in WeDontHaveTime AB (publ), helping ensure the platform’s long-term growth and editorial independence.
Joining the Resistance for Truth Beyond fundraising, the campaign is a clarion call for global collaboration. Scientists, communicators, developers, and everyday citizens are urged to give just one day a week to help build a movement grounded in facts and resilience.“Together, we can prevent a new dark age where science is replaced by opinion,” the campaign’s manifesto reads. “This is our moment to act.”As the world faces intersecting crises, from climate change to health emergencies, the Make Science Great Again campaign stands as a timely and powerful reminder: science, now more than ever, is humanity’s greatest ally.
