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Bakker, Sille (2023)

Environmental Injustice: an illustration of privileged power versus underprivileged resilience

Bachelor thesis | Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology (BSc)

This literary research examines the persistence of environmental injustice in contemporary times and explores potential strategies for achieving substantial advancements in environmental justice. The analysis delves into various manifestations of environmental injustice, including displacement, dispossession, racism, conservation biases, and eco-elitism, highlighting their prevalence in today's society. Furthermore, the research explores possible avenues for addressing these issues, such as acknowledging affected communities' viewpoints, challenging discriminatory policies, and fostering inclusive environmental management approaches. Longitudinal studies, intersectional analyses, policy evaluations, ethical considerations, and the impact of technology and media narratives are recommended as future research directions. The author emphasizes the imperative of collective efforts to combat environmental challenges, advocating for a just and sustainable future for all.

Author

Bakker, Sille

Faculty

Faculty of Social & Behavioural Sciences

Supervisors

Jan Jansen

ECTS Credits

10

Language

en