Climate Justice Online Book Discussion: Braiding Sweetgrass

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Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants

In this book discussion, we will be exploring some chapters of the book Braiding Sweetgrass, which is written by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Robin is a citizen of the Potawatomi Nation, a scientist, and a decorated Professor of Environmental Biology. This text explores the relationship that the Native American peoples have with nature, and their view on the reciprocity that should be shared between all forms of life. Facilitators Danielle Jacobson (Math) and Tim Trammel (Math) will tie this in with articles from Drawdown and other peer reviewed journals that the discussion leaders will share on a weekly basis. In this exploration, the group will discuss the impacts current ways of life have on indigenous people, their ways, and their beliefs. We will also explore how indigenous practices intertwine with scientifically based recommendations on how we can take active steps toward climate justice.

Zoom Meetings: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays: July 8, 15, 22, 29, and August 5
10 PD Hours |15 seats | Book provided to participants at no cost.
Thanks to the Provost’s office for supporting the Climate Justice in the Curriculum effort at Bellevue College

Sign up for this book club before July 1!

For more information, contact Sonya Doucette, Climate Justice Lead

Last Updated August 6, 2020