Resource Title

ShamPalm Industries – Bringing Palm Oil to Dublin

Summary

ShamPalm Industries are planning to set up a palm oil plantation in St. Stephen’s Green in Dublin…

Resource Details

Author: Trócaire
Publisher: Trócaire
Countries of Publication: Ireland, Northern Ireland
Year: 2023
Duration: 1:02

Curriculum Subjects: Geography, Politics and Society, Civic Social and Political Education
Intended Audiences: Post Primary, Senior Primary, 12-15 Years, 16+ years, Youth Groups
Format: Video Clip
Topics: Activism, Climate Change, Climate Justice, Corporate Social Responsibility, Ethical Consumption, Fair Trade, Global Citizenship, Honduras, Satire
SDGs: 10. Reduced Inequalities, 12. Responsible Consumption and Production, 13. Climate Action, 15. Life On Land, 16. Peace and Justice, 17. Partnerships for the Goals
Countries of Focus: Ireland, Guatemala, Honduras

Description

This is a valuable video to start conversations about climate justice and human rights, and how they would feel if they had to deal with what communities around the world frequently do.

Video caption from Trócaire:

‘A Palm oil plantation in St. Stephen’s Green!? Can you imagine..

Communities in countries like Honduras and Guatemala are being forced off their land to meet the global demand for palm oil. This cannot go on! Let’s stand up for human rights and protect our planet.’

Available from:

Trócaire/ShamPalm Industries social media channels on Instagram.