Roots of Extractivism and the Moral Call for Transformation Webinar

We invite you to join Creation Justice Ministries and MOGC’s Lisa Sullivan this Wednesday for an event that will explore extractivism and its impacts on our communities, ecosystems, and shared future. Extractivism is the widespread removal of natural resources for profit, driving environmental destruction, harming frontline communities, and perpetuating inequality. 

What: Roots of Extractivism and the Moral Call for Transformation Webinar
Date: Wednesday, April 15
Time: 7pm EDT | 6pm CDT | 4pm PDT
Location: Virtual. Register Here.

The current exploitation of land, water and communities for mining, oil and gas drilling and other forms of extracting natural resources is rooted in a 15th-century church doctrine promoting colonial conquest. This 90-minute program will explore these roots of the extractivist economy, create space for reflection on our own complicity, and showcase examples of alternative ways of living and working. Speakers include Sarah Augustine, a Pueblo (Tewa) woman who co-founded the Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery Coalition; Ryan Juskus, an assistant professor at Notre Dame who specializes in issues of environmental justice; and a panel of practitioners of alternative economies.

Beyond just being an environmental issue, extractivism is a moral and spiritual challenge. It disrupts ecosystems, displaces communities, and prioritizes profit over people and creation. As people of faith, we are called to protect God’s creation, stand with impacted and marginalized communities, and advocate for systems that sustain rather than exploit life. Join this event to learn more and act.