Our economic system encourages growth above all else, and does not adequately reflect the true costs and risks of resource depletion, climate change and other environmental problems. We will fund work that:
Our society is increasingly focused on consumption culture, it has become a symbol of success in many ways. Yet as society becomes more and more addicted to buying and consuming, overwork, anxiety and loss of community are all increasing. We also know that our planet and the resources we have cannot sustain these levels of consumption. We need a shift in behaviours and expectations. We are interested in funding:
In order to create a broad-based, democratic, and lasting transition to a low-carbon, sustainable society, we need to involve everyone. JRCT is particularly concerned that marginalised groups and young activists have a voice in decisions which affect them.
We will fund: