Center for Biological Diversity Statement on Shooting of Jacob Johns
Statement on Shooting of Jacob Johns - Center for Biological Diversity Center for Biological Diversity
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Statement from Kierán Suckling, Executive Director, Center for Biological Diversity
Statement from Kierán Suckling, executive director, Center for Biological Diversity:
I. Introduction
I am horrified and devastated by the shooting this week in New Mexico of Jacob Johns, an Indigenous climate and justice activist, by a MAGA hat-wearing bigot. The Center for Biological Diversity stands by the brave actions of Johns and with the Indigenous Peoples of New Mexico and North America resisting the resurrection of a monument to violent conquistador Juan de Oñate.
II. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Center’s work to end the climate and extinction crises is rooted in resistance to colonial extractivism. We honor the tireless organizing of Indigenous activists resisting all forms of settler racism, including The Red Nation, the Three Sisters Collective, the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women, and NDN Collective, who led this week’s peaceful gathering in Tewa Territory, Española, New Mexico. We commit to fighting for justice, because injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.
III. Conclusion
We are determined to continue our efforts in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to achieve a just and sustainable world for all.
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status | The article highlights the resistance of Indigenous Peoples in New Mexico against settler racism and violence, indicating a need for social inclusion and equality. |
| SDG 13: Climate Action | 13.3: Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning | The article mentions Jacob Johns as an Indigenous climate and justice activist, indicating the importance of education and awareness-raising on climate change issues. |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions | 16.7: Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels | The article emphasizes the need for justice and resistance against colonial extractivism, indicating a desire for inclusive and participatory decision-making processes. |
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Source: biologicaldiversity.org
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