Sentences with phrase «for ecological justice»

Such high stakes force those concerned for ecological justice to seek the development and use of lower - risk technologies such as solar energy.

The development of a new philosophy of science which radically questions the earlier mechanical - materialistic world - view within which classical modern science worked and also the search for a new philosophy of technological development and struggle for social justice which takes seriously the concern for ecological justice, are very much part of the contemporary situation.

Not exact matches

The organizations sent a joint letter to Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland outlining their shared principles and priorities for a new trade model rooted in principles of equity, the primacy of human rights — including the rights of Indigenous peoples, women and girls, workers, migrants, farmers, and communities — and social and ecological justice.

That Alberta has a government that is committed to Green principles which include, but are not limited to, the 6 principles of the world - wide Green Party movement — Ecological wisdom, Social justice, Participatory democracy, Non-violence, Sustainability and Respect for diversity.

I and others of like mind criticized the drug culture and related antics as a self - indulgent distraction from the goals of racial justice and peace, and worried that the new enthusiasm for «ecological consciousness» was in fact a conservative ploy designed to turn the movement away from the cause of the poor.

For such victims, the cost of giving up God's call for justice in the interests of proclaiming ecological holism is too greFor such victims, the cost of giving up God's call for justice in the interests of proclaiming ecological holism is too grefor justice in the interests of proclaiming ecological holism is too great.

When biblical scholars have interested themselves in ethical studies, they have tended to focus on rather specific, narrow topics: social justice, the status of women, war, vengeance, property rights, ecological concern for nature and the like.

Second, we must use the vast ethical and conceptual resources of the Judeo - Christian tradition to develop a God - centered ecological ethic which accounts for the sacredness of the earth without losing sight of human worth and justice.

But in the view of most observers — from Dan Rather to the bestowers of the Templeton Award — the Reverend Mr. Graham had become the Reverend Dr. Graham, a forceful voice for world peace, social justice and ecological sanity.

I was glad to join, because I suspected that the convergence of new ecological issues and old issues of social justice called for fresh ideas, more radical than those of the traditional left or right.

The policy statement zeroes in on ecological justice's demand for appropriate patterns of energy use.

In concrete fashion the document advances three values against which energy policies and technologies may be measured for their consistency with the goal of ecological justice: sustainability, equity and participation.

The vanguard of reformers for peace, justice and ecological sustainability are not the political leaders.

K.C. Abraham points out that «Globalization has become a vehicle of cultural invasion», leading to «a mono - culture that suppresses economic, ecological and cultural diversity, and has a tendency to accept efficiency and productivity without concern for justice and compassion towards people».6

Concern for ecological sustainability and human justice for the poor and oppressed are, as I have already indicated, closely linked.

Dr. Thomas proposes a new ideology of struggle for both social and ecological justice — a spiritual framework for a post modern holistic humanism based on an understanding of Christ as the Suffering Servant.

Issues of ecological justice, and justice to the weaker sections of society and specifically development of social institutions can not be taken up by the economy directed only by the market - profit mechanism in which the social objectives of the peoples are destroyed for the sake of economic growth.

The October 5 program also includes a panel discussion on the book, as well as current ecological matters with Lynda Schneekloth of the Climate Justice Coalition of WNY, who was recently named «Conservationist of the Year» by the Adirondack Mountain Club - Niagara Frontier Chapter; Doug Swift, developer, Buffalo RiverWorks; and Rahwa Ghirmatzion, director of programs for PUSH Buffalo.

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Equitable access of all human beings, in current and future generations, to the conditions needed for human well - being — socio - cultural, economic, political, ecological, and in particular food, water, shelter, clothing, energy, healthy living, and satisfying social and cultural relations — without endangering any other person's access; equity between humans and other elements of nature; and social, economic, and environmental justice for all.

Deeply influenced by their Southern roots, both artists mine the landscapes around them for found objects (a nod to Rauschenberg's «combines») and address issues of ecological and social justice.

The current working title for the Gehry structure is the Centre for Human Dignity and Ecological Justice.

Lavallee's latest is also a forum for a formidable array of scientists, authors, and activists, including Naomi Klein, who envision a post-growth economic future, premised on cooperation, social justice, and ecological stewardship.

Often when I hear the Goldman winners» stories, I am reminded that the work for environmental justice and ecological sanity is a direct challenge to some of the greatest powers on the planet — the fossil fuel industry, the mineral companies, industrial agriculture, and the political hacks that serve them.

Created in 1970, they helped build the French ecological movement and helped found the world's largest grassroots environmental network, Friends of the Earth International, Friends of the Earth France forms a local network gathering 30 autonomous local groups that act according to their own priorities and support the national and international campaigns with a shared vision for social and environmental justice.

3 tons per person per year of carbon dioxide equivalent is the basis for global convergence on sustainable conduct, for a global technological and social revolution based on making economic growth mean ecological improvement and for the pursuit of social and ecological justice and an end to poverty.

It is the basis for a plan for social and ecological justice and an end to poverty.

It is the means for pursuing ecological economic growth, building locally owned assets in the renewably powered economy and for the pursuit of social and ecological justice manifested in concrete plans and to take action as consumers, workers, business people, investors, neighbors.

We've begun sharing diverse strategies to address the deepening challenges ahead, and are also forging key partnerships across organizations to build trust, solidarity, and power among communities working for racial justice and ecological sanity.

About AASHE Founded in 2005, AASHE defines sustainability in an inclusive way, encompassing human and ecological health, social justice, secure livelihoods and a better world for all generations.

Thank you, Becky, for your diligent and tireless work to stop the Keystone XL Pipeline, prevent climate change, and for being a leader in the struggle to secure environmental / ecological justice for Mother Earth and all her children.

This comprehensive resource helps PRE-K — 12 teachers teach their students to be part of the world as engaged citizens, advocates for social and ecological justice.

Some Chinese may look to the U.S. as a beacon of car - endowed freedom, but to compare China's enthusiasm for development to that of the United States during the heady days of robber - baron capitalism (as we often do) doesn't fully do justice to the speed — and the consequent growing pains — of economic, industrial, and ecological change here.

Strategies for mitigation and adaptation must be holistic, taking into account not only the ecological dimensions of climate change, but also the soclal impacts, human rights, equity and environmental justice.

An Ecological Model for Intervention for Juvenile Justice - Involved Girls.