*A Thread on Activism in Academia* đŸ§µ
Yesterday I gave a talk about climate activism in academia, first to a group of students at Sciences Po, and later to faculty members at McGill University and University of Vermont.
The core question of the talk was: What is the role of researchers in a time of ecological emergency — should we all become activists?
Here are some key takeaways.
#climate #activism #dkgreen #ClimateCrisis #climatejustice @academicchatter @politicalscience @sociology
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*But we can at least try together!*
Taking part in activism is one of the few places where, for once, I get to act in concert with others, who care as deeply about these issues, as I do.
And although the context is gloomy, and although it can be scary to put one’s career and reputation on the line, the act of collective resistance is, for the most part, full of of joy, community, and a sense of togetherness. đŸ”¥
11/11
@madsejsing Thank you! This really resonates with me. Might also be interesting to @SGruninger
Do you know whether the findings on trustworthiness also apply to other scientactivists (thinking of feminists, anti-racists etc.) ?
@SGruninger @OpenlyBiased Thanks for sharing! It's a really good point. That was part of the reason why I noted in the original thread that the conditions of doing science activism are going to look very different depending on the context. And probably across policy topic as well, as Leandra suggested.
On a side note: Interesting how trustworthy environmental activists are perceived in India and Pakistan. Do they address it in the article? Looking forward to reading it!
Mads Ejsing
Dr Leandra Bias
Servan L. GrĂ¼ninger