I want to set the record straight...
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- Published on Wednesday, 26 August 2015 10:30
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More about the colonial origins of conservation…
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Dear friend,
Yesterday was the birthday of the US National Park Service. To coincide with the celebrations of this much-loved institution I had an article published which shines a light into the darkest corners of conservation history.
History has been kind to conservation, and its most shameful origins (in colonialism and eugenics) have been largely written out of the books. My article aims to set the record straight.
Why does it matter? Because conservation crimes are not just historical – the model created in the USA is still informing the way conservation is carried out today.
If conservation is to change for the better, to stop abusing tribal peoples, and to start contributing towards genuine environmental protection, we must push the most powerful conservation organizations to confront their past.
We need your help to put the pressure on. Please read the article, leave your comment, and share with someone you think would find it interesting.
Best wishes,
Stephen Corry
Director, Survival International
PS If you haven’t already, have a watch of the incredible video that launched Survival’s campaign to stop the con in conservation. I’d also encourage you take a look at our exciting new hub for everything related to tribal peoples and conservation – the good, the bad, and the ugly!
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