Certified Specialist Programme in Intersectional Environmental Justice Advocacy
Published on June 27, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Jane Smith, the lead instructor for the Certified Specialist Programme in Intersectional Environmental Justice Advocacy. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about what inspired you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely! I've seen firsthand how social inequality and environmental issues are interconnected. I wanted to create a course that addresses these complex challenges holistically. HOST: That's fascinating. How does this intersectional approach differentiate your course from other environmental advocacy programmes? GUEST: We explicitly acknowledge the links between social inequality and environmental degradation, which is often overlooked in traditional environmental studies. This perspective equips our learners to address both issues simultaneously. HOST: Very insightful. Could you share some current trends in the industry that are relevant to your course? GUEST: Certainly. There's a growing recognition of the need for diverse voices in environmental decision-making. Our course prepares learners to be part of this inclusive shift, fostering leaders who can advocate for environmental justice from various backgrounds. HOST: That's so important. Now, what would you say are some challenges faced in the field or while teaching this subject? GUEST: One challenge is helping students unlearn traditional, non-intersectional ways of thinking about environmental issues. It requires critical self-reflection and a willingness to engage with complex topics. HOST: I can imagine that's not an easy task. Lastly, where do you see the future of intersectional environmental justice advocacy heading? GUEST: I believe intersectional advocacy will become the norm as we continue to face global challenges like climate change. Our course prepares learners to be at the forefront of this essential shift in thinking and action. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for joining us today and sharing your insights on the Certified Specialist Programme in Intersectional Environmental Justice Advocacy. It's been a pleasure and an education. GUEST: Thank you for having me. It's been a pleasure discussing our course, and I hope your audience will consider joining us in this vital work.
