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Mikaela Loach on fighting the climate crisis through social justice, the problem with net zero, and being a 'soft Black girl'

Oct 20, 2023
Climate activist Mikaela Loach discusses the need for climate justice, the problems with net zero, and the intersection between the climate crisis and the conflict in Israel and Palestine. She also talks about her background, her activism as a teenager, and the importance of building networks and trust for climate action.
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Quick takeaways

  • The climate crisis should be understood through the lens of social inequality, and addressing root causes requires reframing our understanding and taking collective action.
  • Direct action, such as targeting fossil fuel infrastructure and financial disruption, plays a crucial role in pressuring companies and governments to address the climate crisis.

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The Importance of Being Soft

Michaela Loach discusses her identity as a 'soft black girl' and challenges the notion that resilience is synonymous with hardness. She advocates for remaining soft in the face of oppression and using vulnerability as a form of strength.

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