Proposals for Climate Justice from São Paulo's Marginalized CommunitiesCEFR A2
14 Nov 2025
Adapted from Liam Anderson, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Bradley Andrews, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Activists from low-income areas in São Paulo created proposals to fight climate change. These areas, known as peripheries, face many environmental issues. The proposals will be presented at COP 30, an important climate conference.
The activists suggest actions like reducing waste at landfills, promoting recycling, and improving education on the environment. They believe it's crucial to involve community voices in decisions that affect their lives. They aim to guide local policies to ensure social and environmental justice.
Difficult words
- activist — A person who fights for change.activists
- propose — To suggest an idea or plan.proposals
- environment — The natural world around us.environment.
- recycle — To process used materials for reuse.recycling
- justice — Fair treatment or behavior.
- education — The process of learning and teaching.
- climate — The long-term weather conditions in a place.
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Discussion questions
- Why is it important to involve community voices in environmental decisions?
- How can education improve environmental awareness?
- What are some other ways to fight climate change in your community?
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