BaCCC/Module 5/Lesson 3/Part 1
Contents
- 1 Module 5, Lesson 3: What Can We Learn from Others? Part 1
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Terminology
- 1.3 What can we learn from others?
- 1.3.1 What can we learn from our ELDERS?
- 1.3.2 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.3 What can we learn from our YOUTH?
- 1.3.4 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.5 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.6 What can we learn from CHILDREN?
- 1.3.7 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.8 What can we learn from WOMEN?
- 1.3.9 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.10 What can we learn from PEOPLE OF DIFFERENT RACES AND ETHNICITIES?
- 1.3.11 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.12 What can we learn from INDIGENOUS PEOPLE?
- 1.3.13 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.14 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.3.15 What can we learn from THE REST OF NATURE?
- 1.3.16 H5P Object Parameters
- 1.4 Where to from here?
Module 5, Lesson 3: What Can We Learn from Others? Part 1
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Introduction
Knowledge can be derived from different sources. Transformative learning can come from anywhere. For example, we can learn how to better respond to climate change from different groups who have experienced climate change in intersectional ways. And during a crisis or climate-induced disaster, we can learn from one another how to better adapt and build resilience to climate change.
In this lesson, you will look at (and listen to) people-centred knowledge and wisdom to help reduce the adverse impacts of climate change. You will hear from or about others with different experiences and, therefore, different perspectives of climate change. What can we learn about climate change mitigation and adaptation from the wisdom, perspectives and experiences of others? Remember . . . “This we know. All things are connected.” — Chief Seattle
Terminology
The following terms are important in understanding the science behind climate change. If you want to remember them, write their meanings in your learning journal as you encounter them in the course content.
- adaptation
- intersectional
- perspectives
- transformative learning
- wisdom
What can we learn from others?
What can we learn from our ELDERS?
David Suzuki is a third-generation Canadian elder of Japanese descent (his grandparents emigrated to Canada from Japan). He was born in 1936. Dr Suzuki is Canada’s best-known and best-loved environmentalist, but intersectionally, he is an elder who has lived experience of racism.
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What can we learn from our YOUTH?
Naisha is a young, second-generation Bangladeshi Canadian, meaning she was born in Canada after her parents had emigrated there from Bangladesh.
(Note: “BIPOC” stands for “black Indigenous people of colour.”)
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‘Plant today for a better Planet tomorrow’
In June 2022 the students, activists and volunteers of intersectional groups launched a month-long campaign starting from the University of Dhaka with a slogan— “For sustainable development, let’s plant tree everybody” considering reducing the adverse impacts of climate change, ensuring environmental sustainability; promoting sustainable life, and act to save the ‘Only One Earth’. Spontaneous participation of individuals from all walks of life will result in a successful completion of the campaign and stronger environmental impact. (Images and text used with permission from Nasreen, et al. 2021)
| Shariful Islam Reza, a student of 8th Batch (BDM) at the Institute of Disaster Management and Vulnerability Studies, University of Dhaka is a wonderful testament of volunteerism and commitment towards one’s own community. Amidst the horrible pandemic, cyclone Amphan hit the coastal areas of Bangladesh. As a consequence of which, embankment failed in different areas of the country. Shariful comes from Koyra, one of the most disaster prone upazilas of Khulna district. During the pandemic lockdown, Shariful formed a team, raised funds, carried all the food and non-items bought with that money and reached out to the most vulnerable sect of populations hit by Amphan. His attempt and contribution were highly applauded by all the members of this institute. This institute is incredibly proud to have a student like Shariful. Against all the odds of extreme events, he was there! |
What can we learn from CHILDREN?
The impacts of climate change put almost every child at risk.
Climate and environmental hazards are having devastating impacts on the well-being and future of children. — UNICEF
- Rabab Ali was seven years old when she sued her government on behalf of millions of others and won a judgement from the Supreme Court of Pakistan. It stated that the government of Pakistan must begin to enforce its own climate change policy.
- Check out these websites:
- https://www.dawn.com/news/1269246 and
- https://www.ourchildrenstrust.org/pakistan (Read about other children’s cases here, too.)
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- Learn about Child Honouring, by Canadian children’s singer Raffi. Child Honouring is a vision for society that puts the well-being and rights of children at the centre of every decision we make. In the context of climate change, Child Honouring emphasises the need to put the interests and needs of children first in efforts to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change. (If we do that, everyone else’s needs should be met, too.) Visit https://raffifoundation.org/child/
What can we learn from WOMEN?
- Throughout this module, you have learnt how important it is to include half the world’s population (women) in climate change responses and solutions.
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What can we learn from PEOPLE OF DIFFERENT RACES AND ETHNICITIES?
- When someone’s race or ethnicity does not “match” the race or ethnicity of the majority of people around them, it is possible they will be racialised (perceived as “different”) or even subjected to racism. This can happen on an individual basis, but also systemically (“invisibly”).
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- Read this interview with Julius Lindsay: “What Does It Mean to be Black in the Environment Field?” at https://davidsuzuki.org/story/what-does-it-mean-to-be-black-in-the-environment-field/
What can we learn from INDIGENOUS PEOPLE?
As Greenpeace points out, in many places around the world, it has been Indigenous people taking the lead on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
The Yanomami are one of Brazil’s biggest Indigenous groups, and they are witnessing and experiencing climate change first-hand.
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In this article, David Suzuki explains what he has learnt about everyone and everything being connected: “The Sacred Balance: Learning from Indigenous Peoples” at https://davidsuzuki.org/story/the-sacred-balance-learning-from-indigenous-peoples/
What can we learn from THE REST OF NATURE?
In many cultures, nature has been relegated to a backdrop, a place to visit or a resource to exploit (talk about oppression). However, the natural world has a lot to teach us about climate change responses and solutions. Mother Nature is the epitome, the quintessence of resilience! She has been adapting to changing environments for millions of years, and by observing and learning from these adaptations, we might find inspiration for innovative and sustainable responses to climate change.
Something you can do literally every day is to go outside and observe the gifts we receive from the rest of nature and how other animals and plants are responding to current climate change impacts (see Module 6 – Adaptation).
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Where to from here?
In Module 6 – Adaptation and Resilience, you will learn some hands-on ways to prepare yourself and others to withstand the impacts of the climate emergency.
