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Summer 2024 eNewsletter

Mobilizing to Challenge Power for Safety and Equity in Nigeria

Nnimmo Bassey, a renowned activist, architect, poet, and pastor, delves into the work of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), one of Grassroots International’s partners in Nigeria. Bassey reflects on how historical struggles, his diverse roles, and the current political landscape shape his and HOMEF’s multifaceted approach to activism.

 

Brazil: Resistance From Within the Belly of the Agro-Industrial Beast

In July, a group of Grassroots International staff members and donor-activists traveled to Brazil to connect directly with some of our long-term social movement partners on the frontlines of resistance to corporate agriculture and extractive mining.

 

While Congress Celebrated Netanyahu, We Marched

Our staff member Ayman marched with thousands of others in Washington, D.C. to protest the US Congress’ warm welcome of the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

 

New Children's Book on the MST by Former Grassroots Intern

"Kiania’s Home" tells the tale of a bird whose rainforest home is devastated by industrial agriculture — until the MST comes and reclaims the land, gradually restoring its health and biodiversity, much to the delight and curiosity of Kiana and her friends.

 

Poem: In Africa’s History, a Tale Unfolds

Our partner HOMEF released its quarterly newsletter in June. Among the many pieces of news and analysis was a powerful poem by our staff member Boaventura Monjane, Solidarity Program Officer for Haiti and West Africa.

 

Guatemala Mourns Murder of Peasants’ Rights Defenders

Tensions between Guatemala’s right-wing and grassroots social movements are becoming increasingly dangerous for those on the frontlines. Tragically, in June, armed paramilitaries attacked three defenders of peasants' rights in Guatemala, killing two of them.

 

Black August: Roots, Resistance, and Global Solidarity

August is a month-long commemoration of Black freedom fighters — both their resistance and their sacrifices — known as Black August.

Grassroots International emphatically restates our solidarity with Black lives, here and around the world. Read US Internationalist Program Officer Trina Jackson’s powerful reflections on Black August and its meaning for global solidarity.

 

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