Sunil Kulkarni(Ph.D)’s Post

Housing within Indigenous communities is so much more than simply shelter. Generations of colonial policies led to the destruction of traditional housing like kekulis, teepees, and longhouses, replacing them with cookie-cutter housing that remains unsuitable for local conditions, generational living, and cultural practices. Thousands of people in Indigenous communities suffer from respiratory, cardiovascular, and mental illnesses that are aggravated or caused by a decades-long legacy of inadequate and unsafe housing, now worsened by climate change. Understandings of Indigenous community health and housing need to be founded on understandings of lived experience, relations to family and the land, as well as traditional practices. This research highlights the connecting points between health, housing, and energy efficiency within Indigenous communities. Full text: https://lnkd.in/ghepSjDj Thinking about these things, the cover image I created was inspired by my great-grandfather's trapline cabin 🌱 #climateresilience #Indigenousknowledge #housing

📢 The next government must not leave #rural communities behind 📢 That's our message to parliamentary candidates standing in the #GeneralElection. For too long, the needs of people living and working in the #countryside have been overlooked. Long-standing issues such as diminishing #publicservices, inadequate #infrastructure, increasingly #unaffordablehousing and ageing populations must be addressed. So today, on behalf of the #ACRENetwork, we're pleased to be publishing a suite of policy recommendations which together set out a new vision for the countryside – one in which rural communities are empowered to become stronger, fairer, and more sustainable places where everyone can thrive. READ: https://lnkd.in/gVXWc3ih

This is a really interesting read with some important recommendations for our rural communities. #Suffolk #rural #countryside

Evictions are rising across Canada, impacting both rural and urban communities alike. This month’s #PreventionMatters session will discuss the Many Faces of Urban and Rural Displacement Project, which looked at the various ways displacement occurs and how it affects our communities. ✅ RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gPHUWmuj

The natural world has become part of the global need for equity. People of color in neighborhoods surrounded by concrete and asphalt deserve green spaces. Often urban renewal projects are centered in areas where wealthier communities are located and the tax base can support upgraded green spaces. What we are seeing are people of color reaching into their communities and taking on the projects that should be funded with equitable tax distributions. In densely populated communities throughout the world we see communities of color taking charge of their neighborhoods and working together they are creating natural areas for their children and future generations.

On this Population day, Lets ensure urban centers to rural villages, every community deserves access to resources and opportunities. Together, we can shape a better future for everyone ! #WorldPopulationDay #PopulationDay #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalHealth #EmpowerCommunities #EducateEveryone #GenderEquality #HealthForAll #resources

From Katharine Hayhoe's latest newsletter post: We’ve known for a long time that lower-income neighbourhoods – in the United States, Canada, and beyond – tend to be much hotter during heatwaves than higher-income neighbourhoods in the same city. The number one reason for this is the lack of green space and tree cover, much of which is the legacy of racist zoning and lending practices stretching back a century or more. A recent study by some of my colleagues at The Nature Conservancy compared the lack of tree cover and its health impacts in nearly 6,000 cities across the US. They found that this disparity in nature-based cooling across neighbourhoods leads to hundreds more deaths and 30,000 more doctors’ visits in neighbourhoods inhabited predominantly by people of color. Here's the good news, though: they also found that this disparity in health outcomes due to lack of green space could be neutralized by planting 1.2 billion new trees, which would also have a cooling effect that would reduce power demand by the amount it takes to power some 150,000 homes. As I’ve mentioned before, you can help just by switching your search engine to Ecosia: they’ve planted 208 million trees so far. And, anyone have a direct link to Mr. Beast and #TeamTrees?! They’re up to 24 million trees and we need them on this too!

Disappointing to know that so much more could be done to keep our environment from degrading further but the profit motive stands in the way. Can people please try to make do with a bit less so that you, your loved ones and the rest of us, can live in healthier neighborhoods, towns, cities? #environmentalimpact #cleanenergysolutions #greenbuildings https://lnkd.in/enVFeuPn

In the social science lesson, we analyzed human settlements (towns ,cities and farms) with their characteristics and challenges Farms, cities, and towns each possess distinct characteristics and face unique challenges. Farms, typically situated in rural areas, are primarily focused on agricultural activities, fostering a connection to nature and often striving for self-sufficiency in food production. However, challenges such as access to resources like water, market fluctuations, and labor shortages can impact their operations. In contrast, cities are bustling urban centers characterized by high population density and a diverse array of amenities and services. While cities serve as economic hubs and offer abundant opportunities, they also grapple with issues like traffic congestion, housing affordability, and strained infrastructure due to rapid urbanization. Towns, on the other hand, are known for their close-knit communities and a more relaxed pace of life. Despite this, they face challenges in providing essential services like infrastructure and public transportation to meet the needs of their residents. Each settlement type plays a vital role in the fabric of society, contributing to the richness and diversity of human civilization while navigating their respective challenges. 🧑🌾🌃🏘️ #settlements #urbandevelopment #servicedelivery #education #ss

World Habitat Day is observed every 1st Monday in October. The idea is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the future of the human habitat. "Engaging youth to create a better urban future" is the 2024's theme, and it centres on the opportunities and challenges associated with rapid urban growth. Encouraging the younger generation to participate in the planning of their current and future surroundings is the aim. At SHOW, we are advocates for a fairer allocation of resources, as well as more affordable and supportive housing options. As leaders and social innovators, we operate using best practices when providing permanent supportive housing solutions. #HousingForAll Find our more here: https://lnkd.in/gSC_Kucb More about World Habitat Day here: https://lnkd.in/d-Nraft #UrbanOctober #WorldHabitatDay #WorldCitiesDay #waterlooregion #showthewayhome