The Bernard Lodge area, once home to sugar plantations, in recent history has been a source of livelihood for hundreds of Jamaican farmers , on island of only 19% arable land. Since January 2021, the government of Jamaica has begun the displacement of the farmers in favor of a project to convert agricultural land to housing …
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• International Disregard for Haitian Sovereignty • The Montana Accord Importance and Challenges Amidst Haiti’s struggles of natural and historical origin, this pact championing Haitian sovereignty and a grassroots approach to rebuilding, emerged as a beacon of hope. However, lack of international support for the agreement remains a hurdle. August 30, 2021 Agreement (Montana Accord): …
Tèt Kole Facebook Twitter Youtube Tèt Kole Ti Peyizan Ayisyen ( Heads Together Small Producers of Haiti) is a Haitian peasant movement organization. It is one of Haiti’s two national peasant farmer movements. It was born in 1970 under the Duvalier dictatorship and has faced violence at the hands of large landowners. It is a …
Amplify Cayman is a non-profit organization based in the Cayman Islands that works to promote sustainable development, social justice, and environmental protection, through active civic engagement. The organization is committed to amplifying the voices of underrepresented. The group is firmly rooted in the belief that the voices of the people must be heard And encourages …
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 …
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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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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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 …
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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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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Showcasing stories of Caribbean organizations at the foreground of the struggle against disaster capitalism in the Caribbean. Our network of participants in the Greater Caribbean region connect, learn, share their hands on responses to the impacts of the twin threats of the climate crisis and disaster capitalism in our region.
WAVE (Progressive Reform Movement)
Global Challenges Research Fund
Open Society Foundations
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As the wider world braces for the climate change, Caribbean communities are already struggling with its effects. Small local communities, small scale farmers and coastal communities are disproportionately affected. Political decisions, power dynamics and laws often compound the catastrophes and silence bottom up solutions.
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