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In the final episode of Defending Our Rights: Environmental Justice in Jamaica , Nicole Leotaud, Elected Representative to the Public for the Escazú Agreement, reflects on what’s next for Jamaica and the wider Caribbean. The conversation unpacks why ratification of the treaty is critical, the gaps in public awareness, and how greater participation can transform environmental decision-making.…
What does it take to be a young advocate for the environment in Jamaica? Eleanor Terrelonge knows firsthand. In this episode, she shares her journey as a youth environmental defender, from navigating tokenism and limited access to information, to challenging the fear of speaking out. The conversation explores how the Escazú Agreement could offer stronger support and real decision-making power for…
Beaches in Jamaica aren’t just pretty spots, they are part of childhood memories, family outings and local culture. But what happens when those same beaches are suddenly fenced off? In this episode, Dr. Devon Taylor of the Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement(JABBEM) talks about why public beach access is disappearing and why it matters to all of us. Dr. Devon Taylor unpacks the…
Environmental defenders face steep challenges, from limited access to information and justice to being excluded from decisions that affect their communities. Filmmaker and activist Dr. Esther Figueroa shares how storytelling can cut through these barriers, inspiring action and building awareness around environmental rights. The conversation explores the transformative potential of the Escazú…
In this episode of Defending Our Rights: Environmental Justice in Jamaica , award-winning journalist and attorney Dionne Jackson Miller explores how the media can help drive environmental awareness and accountability. From challenges in accessing information to the importance of investigative reporting, she unpacks the role journalists play in making environmental issues relatable and urgent. The…
Diana McCaulay, founder of the Jamaica Environment Trust, shares how she went from knowing little about environmental issues to leading one of Jamaica’s most recognized advocacy groups for over 30 years. Drawing on her decades of experience, she reflects on the risks faced by environmental defenders, the barriers they encounter in accessing information and justice and why public participation is…
Environment lawyer Danielle Andrade-Goffe takes us beyond the basics of the Escazú Agreement to explore the legal and cultural realities shaping environmental justice in Jamaica. From the gaps in meaningful public consultation to the limited legal safeguards for environmental defenders, Danielle breaks down why implementation, not just ratification, matters. She explains why protecting Jamaica’s…
In this opening episode of Defending Our Rights: Environmental Justice in Jamaica , Dr. Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie, CEO of the Jamaica Environment Trust, talks about the Escazú Agreement and what it means for Jamaica. She breaks down why environmental defenders need stronger protection, how public participation can improve decision-making, and why environmental rights aren’t just for activists, they…
This special podcast series explores what it means to stand up for the environment in Jamaica and why it should matter to us all. ‘Defending Our Rights’ breaks down the Escazú Agreement, a regional treaty designed to protect environmental defenders and ensure public access to environmental information and decision-making. Through real stories and expert insights, the series also highlights the…
The Caribbean Women for Climate Justice (CW4CJ) Virtual Conference is back for its third edition. The voices behind TheClimate Conscious and The Global Yaadie podcasts take the mic to share what’s in store. In this crossover episode, CW4CJ organizers, Dervaland Dainalyn break down the 2025 theme “Sowing Seeds of Sustainable Solutions” . The organizers discuss why centering women is critical to…
