Structural inequities in green transition: Women lead land reclamation and resistance
Original framing: “This land is her land (and she’s not leaving)” — bing news
Indigenous women often lead land reclamation efforts, drawing on ancestral knowledge systems that emphasize ecological balance and intergenerational stewardship. Their resistance is not only to environmental degradation but also to the erasure of indigenous sovereignty and land rights.
The green transition is not inherently just; it can reproduce and even intensify existing power imbalances, particularly for women.
Indigenous women, in particular, are at the intersection of land reclamation and resistance, drawing on ancestral knowledge to challenge extractive systems. Historical patterns of land dispossession and patriarchal governance continue to shape contemporary struggles for environmental justice. A systemic response must integrate gender-responsive policy, decolonize land governance, and center the voices of those most affected. By doing so, we can move toward a more just and sustainable future, one that recognizes the deep interconnections between land, identity, and survival.