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Caribbean Institute
for EcoLiberation
The CIEL Journal


Handing Over Time: Reflections and New Horizons
After weeks of hard work by CIEL's apprentices, Trevor's house is now ready to be completed by Grenada's Ministry of Mobilisation,...

Zoe Smith
Nov 11, 20242 min read
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Apprenticeship Update: Fisherman's Home Nears Completion!
It has been an eventful journey with the ongoing construction of the fisherman's house as part of our community regeneration project in...

Zoe Smith
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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Progress Update: Scouting our Next Builds
As we approach the completion date for our second property rebuild in La Fortune, St. Patrick, there is a mixture relief, excitement and...

Zoe Smith
Oct 22, 20242 min read
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Mutual Aid Lessons: Empowering Caribbean Communities Amidst the Climate Emergency
Four years ago, at the height of the pandemic, I penned an article for The Correspondent exploring the global surge in acts of...

Zoe Smith
Oct 7, 20243 min read
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Building Resilience Together: Addressing Mental Health in the Wake of Climate Disasters
As the frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters increase, communities in the Caribbean face not only physical but profound...

Zoe Smith
Sep 30, 20242 min read
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Project Two: The Fisherman's House
We are now moving onto rebuilding the second home—this time for the fisherman who has been living under the open sky since the storm hit...

Zoe Smith
Sep 27, 20241 min read
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La Fortune Rebuild: Day Three
Today marks Day Three of the reconstruction of Wayne's house, and the wall structures of the house are now standing strong. Despite the...

Zoe Smith
Aug 21, 20241 min read
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La Fortune Rebuild: Day Two
Today the star of the show was a 13-year-old schoolboy who joined us on day two of our rebuild project. After waking up at 4 am to feed...

Zoe Smith
Aug 17, 20241 min read
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La Fortune Rebuild: Day One
The first rebuild project begins ! After weeks of wranglings we're finally able to start work on one of the houses in La Fortune, St...

Zoe Smith
Aug 16, 20241 min read
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Farming While Black: The Legacy of African Agronomists in the Caribbean
"Farming While Black" by Leah Penniman is a groundbreaking book that not only serves as a how-to guide for African-heritage people...

Zoe Smith
Aug 7, 20242 min read
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Reviving Ancestral Wisdom: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge with Modern Eco-Techniques
The rich tapestry of Caribbean culture is woven with threads from Africa, particularly from the Yoruba and Akan peoples, whose profound...

Zoe Smith
Aug 1, 20242 min read
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From Rain to Resource: Reimagining Rainwater Harvesting in Urban Caribbean
The Caribbean region, with its unique climatic challenges and rapid urbanization, is increasingly turning to innovative water management...

Zoe Smith
Jul 31, 20242 min read
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Architects of Adaptation: The Evolving Role of Architecture in the Caribbean's Climate Crisis
In an era of deep adaptation, architects in the Caribbean are redefining their roles

Zoe Smith
Jul 24, 20242 min read
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EcoLiberation in Action: 7 Simple Steps to Restore Your Balance With Nature
In today's fast-paced world, our connection to nature can sometimes feel distant. EcoLiberation is not just about environmental activism;...

Zoe Smith
Jul 18, 20242 min read
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Beyond Beryl? Reimagining Resilience in the Caribbean
In April 2024, the Caribbean Institute of EcoLiberation (CIEL) was founded with a vision to foster ecological resilience and...

Zoe Smith
Jul 10, 20243 min read
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