Systemic Justice

📢 What does litigation cost? Bringing legal cases to court can be expensive—especially when it comes to strategic litigation. For community-led organisations working for racial, social, and economic justice, these costs can become a significant barrier to pursuing change through the courts. Systemic Justice removes the financial burden by providing our legal expertise completely free of charge. Beyond that, we also help secure funding for other necessary costs, such as research, campaigning, expert testimony, and well-being support. Click here to learn more and read our latest blog on what it costs to bring a legal case to court and do reach out to us if you have have any other questions about litigation and money: https://lnkd.in/e8DyDeYF

"How do we cover the expenses of a litigation project?" "Do you charge anything?" "What is the financial risk of bringing a case?" These are some of the questions we are regularly asked in our conversations with community partners. At Systemic Justice, we don't shy away from talking about money. Litigation can be resource-intensive and we start from the premise that our collaborations should be sustainable for everyone involved. So we need to be able to talk openly about money from a very early stage. In "Our litigation work: let's talk about money", our Head of Litigation, Jonathan McCully, answers some frequently asked questions about court cases, money, and how we work. If you have questions, drop them in the comments below and we'll include them when we further update this blog in the future! 👇🏾

🌊 "Lost at sea: what happens when your home is at risk from rising sea levels?" Inside episode two of Whose planet? The climate justice podcast 🌊 Low-lying islands are on the frontline of the climate crisis. Island communities and their cultures are at risk of being lost due to rising sea levels, driven by the actions and failures of the Global North.  In episode two of Whose planet? The climate justice podcast, we hear from the campaigners in the Caribbean island of Bonaire, who are holding the Dutch government to account to protect their land and cultural heritage. We consider the racism inherent within the climate crisis, and the climate justice organisers that are fighting against this. And we discuss the intersection between climate disaster and disability rights. 🎧 You can listen to episode two of Whose planet? on the platform of your choice: https://lnk.to/hIVB9U. Whose planet? The climate justice podcast was co-produced by Tortoise Media. With contributions from Onnie Emerenciana Danique Martis Michai Robertson Tatu (Lisa) Hey Eric Njuguna (They/ them) Julia Watts Belser. Have you listened to Whose planet yet? Let us know what you think!

Hurricane Milton, a "once-in-a-thousand-year" storm, has left Florida devastated with record flooding, power outages, and life-threatening conditions. Emergency responses often assume everyone can evacuate, but for many disabled people, the logistics are much more complicated—accessible transportation, medical equipment, and support networks can’t always be mobilised, leaving people behind. Climate-intensified disasters continue to expose systemic inequities, and as extreme weather events are becoming the new norm across the world, disability justice is a critical part of the climate conversation. In episode two of Whose planet? The climate justice podcast we spoke to Julia Watts Belser, a disability and climate justice scholar, about the challenges that disabled people face during climate-related emergencies, from hurricanes to rising sea levels. You can listen to Whose planet? The climate justice podcast on the platform of your choice: https://lnk.to/hIVB9U

🌊 Lost at sea: what happens when your home is at risk from rising sea levels? Episode two of Whose planet? The climate justice podcast is out now! 👇🏽 In this episode: - we hear from Onnie Emerenciana and Danique Martis as they share their firsthand experiences fighting to hold the Dutch government accountable in saving Bonaire from the impacts of climate change and preserving its cultural heritage together with Greenpeace Nederland. We also hear from Michai Robertson, who talks to us about the impacts of the climate crisis look like on low-lying islands; - discuss the racial inequalities inherent within the climate crisis and hear from dedicated climate justice organisers, including Tatu (Lisa) Hey and Eric Njuguna (They/ them); - explore the overlooked intersection of climate disaster and disability rights, featuring Julia Watts Belser, who highlights the challenges that disabled people face during climate-related emergencies. 🎧 You can listen to episode two of Whose planet? on the platform of your choice: https://lnk.to/hIVB9U. Whose planet? The climate justice podcast was co-produced by Tortoise Media. Which insights from this episode resonate most with you? Let us know!

"The air we breathe": inside episode one of Whose planet? The climate justice podcast Air pollution isn’t just an environmental problem—it’s a matter of social and racial injustice. From the heartbreaking story of 9-year-old Ella Kissi-Debrah, whose death was linked to toxic air in London, to the Roma communities across Europe facing systemic pollution, marginalised groups are fighting for their right to breathe clean air. With contributions from Ella's mother Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah CBE, musician Love Ssega, and Roma campaigner Terezia Rostas, and from London to New Delhi and Belgrade, we hear how local activists and artists are leading the fight for cleaner air and stronger policies, especially for those where racial and economic inequalities are deeply rooted. 👉🏽 Subscribe here to make sure you don't miss out an episode: https://lnk.to/hIVB9U Co-produced by Tortoise Media.

Our podcast series Whose planet? The climate justice podcast is out now! In this series, we explore the devastating realities of the climate crisis and its unequal impacts. From toxic air to rising sea levels, marginalised communities are on the frontlines—bearing the greatest burdens but often having the least power to shape the policies that affect their future. Through personal stories and in-depth interviews, we hear about their struggles and victories in the fight for a more just future. You can listen to episode 1 now. "The air we breathe" looks at how race, poverty and class intersect when it comes to air pollution. Whose planet? The climate justice podcast was co-produced by Systemic Justice and Tortoise Media. 👉🏽Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eyMsN92R 👉🏽Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eb_DPqhC 👉🏽Listen on PocketCasts: https://pca.st/t0d75u9l 👉🏽Listen on Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/eAxRes6W

⏳Only 1 day to go! Are you joining us tomorrow? We’re just one day away from the launch of "Whose planet? The climate justice podcast"—and we can’t wait to have you celebrate it with us! Tomorrow, 24 September, from 17:00 to 18:00 CEST, we’ll be hosting an online event to dive deep into the fight for climate justice. At the event, we will be joined by community activists, thought leaders, and the inspiring voices behind the podcast that are leading the movement for a more just future. 🌱💬 🔗 RSVP and more details here: https://lnkd.in/ejWJYqZa. Hope to see you tomorrow!

In 2021, the Tiwi Islands community, led by Munupi lawman Dennis Tipakalippa, challenged a $4.7 billion gas project by Santos, defending their land, sea, and traditions. This case is a great example of how strategic litigation can play a vital role in environmental and indigenous rights campaigns. Disclaimer: Systemic Justice was not involved in this case. Images on slides 1,3,4: Mongabay