Intersectional Environmentalism: A Crash Course
Who, how, and why of Intersectional Environmentalism.
Disclaimer: This article is meant to act as a broad overview of the many topics that fall under the umbrella of Intersectional Environmentalism and Environmental Justice. We intend to go into greater depth on the various topics mentioned throughout this piece at a later time, however, we hope you’ll use this article as a guide to understanding the concepts and an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the terminology.
It’s not a secret that the world is on fire right now as more and more people are stepping up and speaking out against racism in their communities and on the global stage. The dominant discussion is shifting as more people are being called out for perpetuating racism or not actively advocating for those who are disproportionately affected by it.
As people interested in Environmentalism and the health of the planet, you may be asking yourself, “how do I fit into this movement”. Well, we encourage you to use this article as a beginners guide to breaking down and understanding the concept of Intersectional Environmentalism and how to incorporate it into your activism.
Within this short piece, you can expect a high level overview of what Intersectional Environmentalism means, who it…
