TED Radio Hour Our Relationship With Water
Aug 7, 2020
Kelsey Leonard, a water policy expert and member of the Shinnecock Nation, shares insights on the spiritual significance of water and the pressing global crisis. Visual artist LaToya Ruby Frazier discusses the ongoing impact of Flint’s water contamination, emphasizing the need for authentic representation in addressing these issues. They explore the connection between water conservation and systemic injustices, advocating for the legal rights of water to protect both ecosystems and marginalized communities.
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Water is Life
- Water is essential for all life, not just human life.
- Many people view water as a commodity, leading to water injustices.
Water Injustices
- The Navajo Nation's high COVID-19 rates are linked to water insecurity.
- Flint, Michigan, still lacks clean water in 2020, highlighting ongoing water injustice.
Flint Water Crisis
- Flint, Michigan, experienced a severe water crisis due to a switch in water supply.
- This left nearly 100,000 people without clean, safe water.