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 …
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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.
Questioning Disaster Capitalism in the Caribbean: Fostering pathways Beyond Disaster Capitalism
Questioning Disaster Capitalism in the Caribbean: Fostering pathways Beyond Disaster Capitalism Introduction Background Disaster Capitalism The Imposition of Disaster Capitalism The Project (DisCap) Network Members Network Building Methodology Select Bibliographic Guide Introduction: Caribbean futures are being forged in the crucible of globalization and climate change. Yet with the intensification of the climate crisis the region …
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
Eng Esp Kre Eng Questioning Disaster Capitalism in the Caribbean: What is it? Who does it hurt? How can we resist? This webinar offered an 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 …
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United Nations Expresses “Grave Concern” Over Raizal Crisis
United Nations Special Rapporteurs sent a joint communication to Colombia, drawing attention to the humanitarian and environmental crisis faced by the Raizal.
Palmetto Point, Beautiful Biodiversity
Palmetto Point, Beautiful Biodiveristy Is it important for future generations of Barbudans to experience it? No Yes Construction of a residential golf course in this area will mean: Increased vulnerability to storms and hurricanes for the entire island Reduction in Barbudan fisheries capabilities Loss of habitat for the endangered West Indian whistling duck Barred access …