All articles tagged with #land dispossession
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Guardian
The article highlights the environmental destruction, land dispossession, and violence faced by indigenous communities in Michoacán, Mexico, due to avocado and berry exports, emphasizing the human rights and environmental costs often overlooked by international markets and urging global responsibility and action.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
Raoul Peck's new documentary, "Silver Dollar Road," explores the history of Black land dispossession through the story of the Reels family in North Carolina. The film highlights the importance of land ownership for Black Americans and the systemic barriers they face in maintaining ownership. It exposes the legal loophole of heirs' property, which has led to the loss of 90% of Black farmers' land in the 20th century. The documentary focuses on the Reels brothers' fight to keep their land and their unjust incarceration, while also celebrating the resilience and pride of the Black community. Peck hopes the film will raise awareness and inspire action to address the ongoing issue of land dispossession.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Insider
The Ely family in Alabama successfully fought a lawsuit that aimed to force them to sell their shares of family land, which had been purchased by their late grandfather in 1941. The land, which holds sentimental and historical value, was reclaimed after 12 years in court. This victory is significant in the context of the widespread land loss experienced by Black Americans, with an estimated 90% of farmland owned by Black Americans being lost or stolen over the past century. The Elys plan to honor their family's legacy by using the land as a gathering place and exploring business opportunities to make the most of its resources.