bell hooks once wrote that “one of the most vital ways we sustain ourselves is by building communities of resistance, places where we know we are not alone”. So here we are this Black History Month: gathering people, movements and communities. Join us in celebrating revolutionaries across time, many of which continue to nurture the …
In 2021, while people were dying because they could not afford to meet basic needs like vaccines, food or shelter, three of the world’s richest men were dabbling in space travel. Since the pandemic began, millions have lost their livelihoods as whole industries were forced to grind to a halt. At the same time, the …
On February 1, 2021, democracy was brutally stolen from Myanmar. From what has been documented (and a lot hasn't), 1,500 people have been killed by security forces, and nearly 9,000 have been detained. Civilians, teachers, doctors and fighters have fallen, while those living continue to build local and international power. Today, we are honouring this …
In the past year, private social media companies like Instagram and Twitter have been consistently censoring and suppressing accounts talking about sustainability, Palestine, climate justice— anything anti-capitalist. How is Meta allowed to unilaterally invibilise discourses? And how can we collectively hold tech companies accountable in more structured ways? Suppressing Palestinian Voices In 1984, Palestinian American …
This week, a new research report published by the coalition Students for a Fossil Free Future (S4F) exposed deeply embedded and problematic links between fossil fuel industries and Singapore’s public universities that allow them to “purchase the social license to continue their status quo activities” while compromising university integrity. This is unsustainable and unacceptable. Through demands …
These 17 eco-friendly shoe brands are doing things differently. From sustainable materials and ethical production to circular economies and stylish design. Shop consciously for these sustainable sneakers next time you need a new pair. Shoes are big business. Over 20 billion pairs are made worldwide each year. In 2021, the global sneaker market was worth …
Netflix released it on Christmas Eve and it's already been streamed 152 million hours globally. Written, produced, and directed by Adam McKay (Succession) and starring a cast of Oscar-winning Hollywood A-listers, Don’t Look Up is the movie release everyone is talking about. But are we having the right conversations? Don’t Look Up is currently in …
It’s that time of year again. We’re deep in holiday season, aka gift shopping season. Whether it’s a present for a loved one, or just a little treat for yourself (you deserve it!), this season is synonymous with the joy of opening presents for many of us. It’s also the season for impulse shopping, a …
Did you know that it takes around 298 litres of water to make a litre of beer? Or that the average bottle of wine has a carbon footprint of around 1,200g - the equivalent of driving three miles in a small car? Summer is in full swing and living consciously is thirsty work. As you …
