La Colmena Cimarrona (Maroon Hive) is a non-profit organization based in Puerto Rico that works to promote food sovereignty and agroecology. The organization supports the development of local, autonomous agro-ecological projects, with a focus on the empowerment of women and the preservation of traditional agricultural practices alongside agro-ecological principles, which seek to increase yield while …
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Natural Challenges to Food Security Exacerbated by Lack of Food Sovereignty
Puerto Rico faces a complex food security situation, with approximately 40% of its population experiencing some level of food insecurity. This vulnerability stems from various factors, including a reliance on imported food, particulars of its relationship to the US, limited agricultural land, and a history of natural disasters. Reliance on Imported Food Puerto Rico’s food …
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The Maya People’s Ongoing Struggle to Secure Their Land Rights
In 2015, a landmark ruling by the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) recognized the customary land rights of the Maya people of Belize, a historic victory for Indigenous communities across the region. However, the implementation of this ruling has been fraught with challenges, as the Maya people continue to grapple with the Belizean government to …
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Proposed $200 Million USD Transformation of Port Loyola Community Without Community Consultation
In Belize, a proposed $200 million USD development project by Waterloo Investments Holdings Ltd. sparked controversy and ignited community opposition due to a lack of transparency, consultation with the affected communities, and sheds lights on weaknesses of Belize’s environmental laws. The project, which encompasses a Port of Belize Cargo Expansion, Cruise Terminal, and Cruise Terminal …
Community Power Prevails over Cruise Port Proposal in the Cayman Islands
In the heart of the Caribbean Sea, the Cayman Islands have long been renowned for their pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life. However, in recent years, the islands have faced a growing debate over the potential development of a cruise port in George Town, the capital of Grand Cayman. The proposed cruise port, …
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Haitian Food Insecurity Fueled by Foreign Land Grabs
Haiti, a nation renowned for its rich cultural heritage and captivating natural beauty, is grappling with a stark and persistent challenge: food insecurity. Amidst this crisis lies a complex interplay of factors, one of which stands out as a significant contributor: foreign land grabs. The acquisition of fertile Haitian lands by foreign entities, often at …
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SCT Network In Solidarity with Barbuda
The Stronger Caribbean Together (SCT) network members extend their solidarity and support to the coalition of Barbudans as their case as to whether they should be able to make queries about decisions made by the National Antiguan government commences at the Privy Council on November 8, 2023.
Tet Kole Haiti Interview 2023
In this podcast episode we highlight our partner Tet Kole, a Haitian peasant movement which fights for land rights, food sovereignty, and resources for small farmers. They struggle with limited government support and disasters. External aid groups prioritize handouts over helping Haitians grow their own food. Tet Kole seeks training, collaboration, and long-term projects to empower Haitian peasants. Many resources exist in Haiti, but the Haitian people aren’t benefiting.
Stronger Caribbean Together Expresses Solidarity with the People of Maui
Eng Kre Esp Press Release: Stronger Caribbean Together Expresses Solidarity with the People of Maui August 23, 2023 The Stronger Caribbean Together (SCT) network, a regional solidarity network for food, land and climate justice, consisting of frontline community organizations across the Caribbean, expresses its solidarity with the people of Maui, and specifically those of Lāhainā …
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Questioning Disaster Capitalism in the Caribbean
Introduction to disaster’s impact and explained how its origins often come before a storm makes landfall or an earthquake ruptures the terrain, and how those at the frontline have organized in response.
