Lian Sinclair

Lian Sinclair, a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Sydney, discusses the complex role of multinational mining companies in undermining local resistance. She explores how participatory strategies are deployed to reshape community dynamics in Indonesia. Sinclair reveals the tensions between corporate social responsibility and genuine community empowerment. The conversation highlights the shift towards critical minerals and the challenges faced by communities as they navigate their rights amidst corporate influence. It's a fascinating look at power, protest, and the politics of extraction.

Lian Sinclair, a Postdoctoral research associate at the University of Sydney, dives deep into the world of multinational mining corporations and their strategies in her book, 'Undermining Resistance.' She discusses how these companies use participation to undermine local resistance, highlighting case studies from Indonesia. Sinclair emphasizes the dual nature of mining's impact on communities and the crucial role of grassroots activism. She also explores the complexities of corporate legitimacy and the shifting investment landscape, revealing how these factors complicate the relationship between communities and corporations.