Our panellists explore the narrative of loss and sacrifice within the climate justice movement and consider how we can shift the focus to the growth, beauty and value of a fair, regenerative society.

They address the accessibility of the movement, looking at how to embed social justice and inclusion within environmental justice. They examine our role as consumers and our position as global citizens within a wider system of oppression, contemplating the role of blame in mobilising or hindering climate action.

Many individuals globally are giving up habits of a lifetime to reduce their carbon footprint, but what more needs to happen and to change? Where do we go from here? How can we make a real difference?

Campaigner and activist Simmone Ahiaku joins North Somerset Councillor Huw James, Environmental Emergencies Action researcher Zoe Rasbash and eco brand owner Sarina Saddiq. Chaired by environmentalist and Black and Green Ambassador Olivia Sweeney. James and Saddiq appeared on RIFE magazine’s 30 Under 30 list in 2020.

This event is guest produced by Scarlett Smyth and is part of the A Poetic City season of events commemorating 250 years since the death of Bristol-born poet Thomas Chatterton. A Poetic City is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund using money raised by National Lottery players.

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Festival of Ideas: What's the Link Between Climate Justice and Social Justice?