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'Trump washing' of websites is continuing - not just among UN agencies but also among major NGOs. This article focuses on 'climate-cleansing', but we may expect similar changes on DEI and human rights issues.
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Summary:
Several major humanitarian organizations—including CARE, Mercy Corps, Relief International, and World Food Program USA—have removed or altered references to climate change on their websites. This trend appears to be a preemptive response to the Trump administration's crackdown on progressive language and policies, particularly those related to climate, gender, and diversity. The changes include deleting entire pages, replacing terms like "climate crisis" with "extreme weather," and removing mentions of gender equality and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives. Critics argue that this self-censorship undermines public understanding of the climate crisis and weakens the push for climate justice.
Key Quotes:
“There’s a palpable fear that explicitly addressing climate change could put their core humanitarian mission… at risk.” — Harjeet Singh, Director, Satat Sampada Climate Foundation
“Naming climate change and its drivers is essential for driving the systemic solutions needed to prevent future suffering.” — Harjeet Singh
“The self-censorship on climate change suggests some aid groups are now hesitant to even name one of the main reasons humanitarian needs are soaring across the globe.” — Irwin Loy, The New Humanitarian
'Trump washing' of websites is continuing - not just among UN agencies but also among major NGOs. This article focuses on 'climate-cleansing', but we may expect similar changes on DEI and human rights issues.
Click here for the article
Summary:
Several major humanitarian organizations—including CARE, Mercy Corps, Relief International, and World Food Program USA—have removed or altered references to climate change on their websites. This trend appears to be a preemptive response to the Trump administration's crackdown on progressive language and policies, particularly those related to climate, gender, and diversity. The changes include deleting entire pages, replacing terms like "climate crisis" with "extreme weather," and removing mentions of gender equality and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives. Critics argue that this self-censorship undermines public understanding of the climate crisis and weakens the push for climate justice.
Key Quotes:
“There’s a palpable fear that explicitly addressing climate change could put their core humanitarian mission… at risk.” — Harjeet Singh, Director, Satat Sampada Climate Foundation
“Naming climate change and its drivers is essential for driving the systemic solutions needed to prevent future suffering.” — Harjeet Singh
“The self-censorship on climate change suggests some aid groups are now hesitant to even name one of the main reasons humanitarian needs are soaring across the globe.” — Irwin Loy, The New Humanitarian
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