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Black History Month ordinarily evokes a specific set of images, stories, events, and figures—but there’s no reason why every aspect of American history can’t be turned into its own reflection of Black history. In an era dominated by revisionist history, Black History Month prompts us to use that revision for good. Reconceptualizing the trajectory of events in what is traditionally called the “environmental movement” is one place to start.
Read MoreClimate change intensifies extreme weather events like hurricanes, floods, and heatwaves. Black communities, particularly those in low-income areas, are more vulnerable due to inadequate infrastructure, limited resources, and historical disinvestment. But the story of Black Americans and the climate crisis is not solely a story of despair. It is important that we in the climate justice movement recognize the contributions of Black Americans to the climate justice movement, and I will recognize a few in detail.
Read MoreFletcher student Sabrina Rose interviews CIERP alum, Tallash Kantai, where they discuss her successful career in international environmental negotiations as part of the Black History Month Blog Series.
Fletcher student Eliza Sheff interviews CIERP alum, Dr. Marcus DuBois King, where they discuss his successful career in the security and environmental sectors as part of the Black History Month Blog Series.
Read MoreFletcher student Bethany Tietjen interviews CIERP alum, Dr. Nichola Minott, where they discuss her successful career in the environmental sector as part of the Black History Month Blog Series.
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