Abstract
There has been visible evidence of youth activism regarding environmental consciousness on the global scene with some prominent voices amongst them. An increase in research on eco-theology has also been seen. Yet, it is easy to become fixated on environmentalism with regards to ozone depletion and greenhouse effects, and miss the various nuances of the movement. One such area relates to consumption and environmental justice, and that means not only for the global movement of environmentalism but more specifically in the local South African context.Contribution: This article, therefore, will look at environmental justice as an act of love through the agency of the youth within the coloured community on the Cape Flats.
Highlights
When talking about ‘good life’ in relation to power, economics, environment, and matters of social justice, it is nearly impossible to stand independent of one’s faith and views of God. Environmental justice and consumption is an area that primarily affects the poor and the vulnerable, or people of colour (see s Wright 2011:164)
What is ‘good life’ as it relates to power, economics, environment, and the living realities of the individual (Wright 2011:163–164)? When talking about ‘good life’ in relation to power, economics, environment, and matters of social justice, it is nearly impossible to stand independent of one’s faith and views of God
Makes sense that we cannot speak of a homogenous youth with a homogenous experience, nor a homogenous South African culture, or South African expression
Summary
When talking about ‘good life’ in relation to power, economics, environment, and matters of social justice, it is nearly impossible to stand independent of one’s faith and views of God. Environmental justice and consumption is an area that primarily affects the poor and the vulnerable, or people of colour (see s Wright 2011:164). The article seeks to address the connection between environmental justice and social justice, and the role that youth can play by contributing through faith actions.
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