The Gray Area with Sean Illing Parenting through the climate crisis
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Jul 10, 2023 In a thought-provoking conversation, Elizabeth Cripps, a Senior Lecturer in Political Theory at the University of Edinburgh and author of "Parenting on Earth," shares her insights on the intertwining roles of parenthood and climate activism. She discusses the moral obligations parents have to combat environmental issues for future generations and the challenges of balancing nurturing with activism. Cripps also emphasizes the importance of preparing children for a climate-conscious world, advocating for both personal growth and collective action in facing ecological crises.
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Parenting and Global Citizenship
- Being a good parent in our interconnected world means being a good global citizen.
- This involves considering our impact on others through our actions and advocating for just institutions.
Rethinking Parenting Priorities
- Modern parenting is often individualistic and consumer-driven, prioritizing a child's immediate well-being and economic opportunities.
- Cripps suggests parents should prioritize building a just and sustainable world, considering their children's collective needs.
Collective Action, Not Individual Powerlessness
- Don't feel powerless against climate change; focus on collective action rather than individual limitations.
- Parents have significant political and economic power if they cooperate to demand change.
