Posts in Community Voices
“No More Green Colonialism”: Lessons from Indigenous Peoples for Sovereignty

Indigenous peoples are increasingly referring to a phenomenon called “green colonialism.” The term finds its roots in the recurrent injustices indigenous peoples face today, at the behest of the energy transition.

Around 42% of the land and biodiversity are governed by Indigenous peoples. The accelerated deployment of renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power requires a massive land surface. However, Indigenous peoples have been frequently marginalized, especially in efforts to take control of their lands or other natural resources for economic prosperity

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The Shades of Allyship: A Critique of Corporate Pink and Greenwashing

For those of us in the US who crave the normalization of public queerness, and the safety and accessibility that we hope will accompany this normalization, it is tempting to be moved by the participation of these unlikely partners. Indeed, the overwhelming message of our for-profit sponsors is that they are strong allies in the battle for human rights and dignity for LGBTQ+ people around the globe. Somehow, we remain unconvinced.

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CIERP Alumni Perspectives: A Conversation with Anna Schulz

Fletcher MIB Student Ramsha Hameed interviewed Fletcher alum Anna Schulz about her life experiences as a professional working in the climate change arena, her current role as an advisor and her academic background, all of which have contributed to her accomplishments as an expert in her field.

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