Ecofem Tales

  In the world of environmental thought, few voices bridge activism, scholarship, and social justice as effectively as Greta Gaard. An influential ecofeminist writer, educator, and activist, Gaard has spent decades exploring how environmental issues are deeply connected to gender, ethics, and power. Greta Gaard is an American ecofeminist scholar known for her work in literature, environmental justice, and feminist theory. She teaches English and environmental studies, and her writing often examines how systems of oppression such as sexism, racism, and environmental exploitation are interconnected. Her work sits at the intersection of ecology and social justice , helping readers understand that environmental problems are not just scientific or technical issues, but also ethical and political ones. Gaard is one of the leading voices in ecofeminism , a movement that links the domination of nature with the oppression of women and other marginalized groups. She argues that: Enviro...

Ugandan scholar, lawyer, feminist and academic Prof. Sylvia Rosila Tamale is one of Africa’s most powerful intellectual voices on gender justice, sexuality, law and the deep-rooted legacies of colonialism. Her work bridges academic theory and grassroots activism , pushing for inclusive feminist politics across the African continent and beyond. Born and educated in Uganda, Tamale’s academic journey has taken her from Makerere University to Harvard Law School and the University of Minnesota , where she completed a PhD in sociology and feminist studies. She has been a visiting professor and scholar at institutions like the University of Cape Town and the University of Wisconsin, and served as the first woman Dean of the Faculty of Law at Makerere University. Her early career was already marked by bold interventions such as advocating that “minorities” should include gay and lesbian citizens in Ugandan policy discussions, an idea that stirred deep controversy in her home country. ...

  Organization The Fletcher School, Tufts University Department The Climate Policy Lab (CPL) Center for International Environment and Resource Policy (CIERP) Location Medford, Massachusetts, United States (In-office) Application Deadline Open until filled Position Overview The Climate Policy Lab (CPL) at CIERP, The Fletcher School, Tufts University, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar for the 2026–2027 academic year . The successful candidate will: Pursue an active research agenda Contribute to CPL’s ongoing projects Provide expertise in China, Latin America, or system dynamics modeling approaches to climate policy This is a one-year appointment , with the possibility of renewal based on performance, funding, and mutual agreement. Key Responsibilities Conduct independent and collaborative research Work closely with: Professor Easwaran Narassimhan (Co-Director) Dean Kelly Sims Gallagher (Co-Director) Professor Travis Franck (Climate Mod...

  CFP Ecofeminist Drama deadline for submissions:  April 15, 2026 full name / name of organization:  Isil Sahin Gulter / Firat University contact email:  igulter@firat.edu.tr Call for Papers  Ecofeminist Drama: Theatre, Performance, and Ecological Futures Edited by Douglas A. Vakoch and Işıl Şahin Gülter Under review with the University of Illinois Press In 1974, Françoise d’Eaubonne introduced the term  ecofeminism  in  Le féminisme ou la mort , articulating the interwoven domination of women and nature and calling for their collective liberation from systems of patriarchal and ecological exploitation. Since its emergence, ecofeminism has evolved into a dynamic and heterogeneous field encompassing philosophical inquiry, activist praxis, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Contemporary ecofeminist thought engages pressing questions of embodiment, care, environmental justice, material interdependence, and multispecies relationalit...

Are you passionate about ecofeminism and environmental sustainability? Do you believe women play a vital role in building a greener, more inclusive future? Ecofem Tales Environmental Foundation is seeking dedicated and creative female volunteers to join our growing network of changemakers. We are currently recruiting for the following roles: 🎨 Graphic Designers – Develop compelling visuals that communicate our mission and inspire action ✍ 🏽 Content Writers – Produce thoughtful, engaging content that amplifies ecofeminist perspectives 📢 Outreach Volunteers – Support community engagement, partnerships, and awareness initiatives What you will gain: Practical experience contributing to a purpose-driven, early-stage nonprofit Opportunities to build a strong portfolio through meaningful, real-world projects Exposure to environmental advocacy, communication, and community development work Collaboration with a network of passionate and like-mind...

Honduras with more  rivers than water, holds memory, survival, and spirit.  For generations, the Indigenous Lenca people have treated the Gualcarque River as sacred, a living presence that nourishes their communities and their culture. Standing fiercely in defense of that river was one remarkable woman: Berta Cáceres . Her story is not only about environmental activism. It is about the deep connections between women, land, and justice, connections that lie at the heart of Ecofeminism . Berta Cáceres grew up watching how land struggles shaped everyday life in rural Honduras. Over time, she came to understand that environmental destruction and social inequality often walk hand in hand. When forests disappear and rivers are privatized, it is usually Indigenous people, especially women, who carry the heaviest burden.                                               ...