TED Talks Daily

The climate movement needs new stories — here's mine | Fenton Lutunatabua

64 snips
Apr 26, 2025
Fenton Lutunatabua, a passionate storyteller and climate justice advocate, shares powerful narratives from communities battling climate change in the Pacific. He emphasizes that these groups are not merely victims; they are activists demanding their rights and fighting for their futures. Lutunatabua showcases the inspiring work of the Pacific Climate Warriors, who engage in community-led storytelling rooted in ancestral ties to the ocean, effectively shifting the narrative from despair to one of empowerment and resilience.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Grandfather's Fishing Story

  • Fenton Lutunatabua shares a childhood fishing story with his grandfather who taught him about their deep connection to the ocean.
  • This story highlights both the historical nourishment and current threat the ocean represents due to climate change.
INSIGHT

Rejecting Victim Narratives

  • The Pacific Climate Warriors rejected the victim narrative imposed on their communities by outsiders.
  • They chose to tell stories of resistance and action, exemplified by their blockade of Australia's largest coal port.
INSIGHT

Power of Storytelling

  • Stories define identity and power; inaccurate narratives rob people of agency.
  • Communities must tell fuller, nuanced stories to shape hopeful, dignified futures.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app