Climate Justice in Action: Activism and Adaptation in Eastern Africa

Available open access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence.

Climate Justice in Action celebrates the activism and adaptations of Eastern Africa, one of the most climate vulnerable regions of the world. Contributions from activists and researchers highlight diverse innovations and efforts to curb environmental catastrophe through transforming social inequalities and addressing root causes. The book amplifies community voices and intersectional approaches that integrate environmental sustainability with social and climate justice.

The book highlights the direct actions and policy changes taking place in Eastern Africa today to address the pressing challenges of erratic weather, forced displacement, disasters and energy and food insecurity. It includes case studies on African concepts of climate justice and resistance, youth activism in Uganda and Kenya, climate displacement in Somalia, sexual and reproductive health in Zimbabwe and environmental graffiti in Sudan.

Katie McQuaid is Associate Professor of Gender and Climate at the University of Leeds.

Neil J. W. Crawford is Lecturer in International Politics and Public Policy at the University of Stirling.

Admire Mare is Associate Professor and Head of Department of Communication and Media at the University of Johannesburg.

Susan Nandudduis is Executive Director of the African Centre for Trade and Development, Uganda.