Climate Justice in Action - by Katie McQuaid & Neil J W Crawford & Admire Mare & Susan Nanduddu (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Climate Justice in Action celebrates the activism and adaptations of Eastern Africa, one of the most climate vulnerable regions of the world. Contributions from activists and researchers highlight diverse innovations and efforts to curb environmental catastrophe through transforming social inequalities and addressing root causes. The book amplifies community voices and intersectional approaches that integrate environmental sustainability with social and climate justice.

The book highlights the direct actions and policy changes taking place in Eastern Africa today to address the pressing challenges of erratic weather, forced displacement, disasters and energy and food insecurity. It includes case studies on African concepts of climate justice and resistance, youth activism in Uganda and Kenya, climate displacement in Somalia, sexual and reproductive health in Zimbabwe and environmental graffiti in Sudan.

Review Quotes

'Climate Justice in Action brings new voices and lived experiences to the centre of the climate debate. It highlights the necessity of a new form of climate justice that challenges assumptions and foregrounds climate action in the social and structural causes of today's poly-crisis. An urgent and timely book for those striving for a just and sustainable future.' Ed Atkins, University of Bristol

About the Author

Katie McQuaid is Associate Professor of Gender and Climate at the University of Leeds.

Neil J. W. Crawford is Lecturer in International Politics and Public Policy at the University of Stirling.

Admire Mare is Associate Professor and Head of Department of Communication and Media at the University of Johannesburg.

Susan Nandudduis is Executive Director of the African Centre for Trade and Development, Uganda.