Posts tagged Community Voices
Climate, Code, and Justice: Why Inclusive Governance Matters for Emerging Climate Technologies

Emerging climate technologies, from AI-based early warning systems to blockchain-enabled carbon markets, are reshaping how societies mitigate and adapt to the climate crisis. But as these innovations scale, so do the risks of exclusion, bias, and inequity, especially for frontline communities often left out of digital and policy infrastructures.

During AAPI Heritage Month, it’s important not only to celebrate cultural contributions, but also to interrogate how diverse perspectives, like those of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, shape global systems of governance, law, and innovation. In the context of climate technology, AAPI experiences offer unique insight into what inclusive, just, and globally connected policy frameworks can look like.

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Why is Killers of the Flower Moon relevant today?

Killers of the Flower Moon is a gripping true story brought to light by Fletcher alum David Grann. His investigations led to the unraveling of harsh, chronic injustices faced by one community in a systemically oppressive manner. Today, the story is gaining worldwide appreciation due to its film adaptation by critically acclaimed filmmaker, Martin Scorsese. In this article, I will briefly outline the plot of these horrific crimes and then identify the relevance of the book and movie in the 21st century; be aware as there are spoilers.

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