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Description: The Intersectional Environmentalist by Leah Thomas A radical and empowering primer for the next generation of activists. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Climate change is the great equaliser. Or is it?In The Intersectional Environmentalist, activist and environmental scientist Leah Thomas shows how Black, Indigenous and People of Colour are unequally and unjustly impacted by climate change and environmental degradation - and argues that the fight for the planet lies in tandem with the fight for civil rights. In fact, one cannot exist without the other.This book provides an accessible foundation in the theory, exploring everything from the birth of the environmental movement to Kimberle William Crenshaws concept of intersectionality, mainstream feminism to ecofeminism. It helps readers frame their experiences and those of their community, question concepts of privilege and ownership, and better understand how climate change impacts the most marginalised and how to help amplify their voices.The Intersectional Environmentalist is a call to action, a guide to instigating change for all, and essential reading about the issue - and the movement - that will define a generation. Author Biography Leah Thomas is an eco-communicator (an environmentalist with a love for writing and creativity), based in California. Shes passionate about advocating for and exploring the relationship between social justice and environmentalism. She first wrote about Intersectional Environmentalism in 2019, but gained international following after her post Environmentalists for Black Lives Matter in 2020. She has written for Vogue and Elle, among other places, and has been featured in Harpers Bazaar, W Magazine, Domino, Glamour, Teen Vogue, and on numerous podcasts. She studied environmental science, and worked for the US National Park Service and Patagonia before becoming a full-time activist. This is her first book. Review An overarching yet detailed introduction to intersectional environmentalism ...Thomass work is essential brain food * Condé Nast Traveler *An essential read, this book gives voice to a movement that will define a generation * Yale Climate Connections *A guide and call to action for those longing for empowerment and better treatment of all in society and nature * One Earth *As much a manifesto as a guide * Los Angeles Times *Environmentalism is as much about protecting people as it is about protecting the planet [and] Thomas - a vocal advocate and author on topics of environmental justice, race, and sustainability - has shown that these two goals are intertwined * Marie Claire *Read this book and save the planet * Soho House *Vital * The Revelator *Leah Thomas has been leading the push for environmental justice since [the] resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement - after her call for change in the predominantly white climate sector went viral * Daily Telegraph *The founder of Intersectional Environmentalist is building toward a greener, more equitable future by advocating for both sustainability and social justice while spotlighting communities that have been underrepresented in the space ... Shes aiming to set the movement on the right path with her new book, The Intersectional Environmentalist * InStyle *Leah Thomas popularized the idea of intersectional environmentalism [and has] helped everyone from the public to major brands rethink their approaches to sustainability ... building a coalition of educators and activists to further raise awareness-and uplift solutions -- Kyla Mandel * TIME100 Next *Magnificent, unapologetically questioning ... helps readers frame their experiences and those of their community, question concepts of privilege and ownership, and better understand how climate change impacts the most marginalised -- Tony Rollinson * Permaculture Magazine *Too often, environmentalist proposals and platforms appear willing to sacrifice people - usually the most vulnerable - in exchange for saving the planet. Leah Thomas The Intersectional Environmentalist aims to fix this problem, offering philosophical defenses for protecting those affected most by climate change, as well as strategies young activists can use to turn theory into practice * Bustle *Leahs urgent work has caused a sea-change in how we talk about the climate crisis online, her timely book expands on that essential work. Im so grateful that it exists. It not only breathes the much-needed life that youth bring into the movement, but also honors the wisdom of those who paved the way for Intersectional Environmentalism. We need more voices like Leahs - and the many included in the book - in every space. A livable and just future for all of us depends on it -- Mikaela Loach, climate justice activist, author and co-host of the Yikes podcast[The Intersectional Environmentalist] shares data in an accessible, compelling, and engaging manner, and explores a variety of topics, including ableism, veganism, green energy, representation and more. Its dense, but not overwhelming, and it also provides a "tool kit" and a supplementary reading list, to help you expand your knowledge once you finish this book. The Intersectional Environmentalist is at once a call to action, a guide to galvanize change, and a way to empower all people towards the betterment of the planet * She Does the City *The Intersectional Environmentalist is a useful start for anyone looking to get involved with or understand more about environmental justice, and who wants to learn about it through a framework that ensures the most vulnerable are centered * Shondaland *Significant and impactful ... The Intersectional Environmentalist is helpful not only for people who work within this field but also for those who are looking to learn more or enter it and become the next generation of activists ... a necessary read -- John Evans * Buzz Magazine *Environmental activist Leah Thomas is making it known that even in our search for sustainable materials, vegan foods, and renewable energy, anti-racism still matters. * Harpers Bazaar *Leah Thomas coined the term intersectional environmentalism, and founded a climate justice collective that offers educational resources to raise awareness of the importance of environmental justice, [with] The Intersectional Environmentalist chosen for UCLAs first-year common experience program for the 2022-23 academic year * Forbes 30 Under 30 in Energy *Im incredibly impressed by her work and the community she has built ... now more than ever, we must prioritise the building of an inclusive, equitable movement that centres frontline communities in the need for climate justice. We cant have climate justice without racial justice - these movements are inextricably linked. -- Al GoreAn ode to people and planet ... this accessible book will equip and inspire a movement, and makes it clear that there is no intersectional environmentalism without collectivism, or community accountability. Offering a toolkit to action that disrupts, challenges and transforms the world - this is your guide to making a splash -- Larissa Kennedy * Shado Magazine * Promotional A radical and empowering primer for the next generation of activists looking to create meaningful, inclusive and sustainable change Long Description A radical and empowering primer for the next generation of activists. Climate change is the great equaliser. Or is it? In The Intersectional Environmentalist, activist and environmental scientist Leah Thomas shows how Black, Indigenous and People of Colour are unequally and unjustly impacted by climate change and environmental degradation - and argues that the fight for the planet lies in tandem with the fight for civil rights. In fact, one cannot exist without the other. This book provides an accessible foundation in the theory, exploring everything from the birth of the environmental movement to Kimberle William Crenshaws concept of intersectionality, mainstream feminism to ecofeminism. It helps readers frame their experiences and those of their community, question concepts of privilege and ownership, and better understand how climate change impacts the most marginalised and how to help amplify their voices. The Intersectional Environmentalist is a call to action, a guide to instigating change for all, and essential reading about the issue - and the movement - that will define a generation. Review Text An overarching yet detailed introduction to intersectional environmentalism ...Thomass work is essential brain food Promotional "Headline" A radical and empowering primer for the next generation of activists looking to create meaningful, inclusive and sustainable change Details ISBN180081285X Author Leah Thomas ISBN-10 180081285X ISBN-13 9781800812857 Imprint Souvenir Press Ltd Country of Publication United Kingdom Publisher Profile Books Ltd AU Release Date 2022-09-01 Year 2022 Publication Date 2022-09-01 UK Release Date 2022-09-01 Format Hardcover Pages 256 Subtitle How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression to Protect People + Planet Edition Description Main Alternative 9781800812864 DEWEY 304.25 NZ Release Date 2022-10-31 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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