Explore the complex intersection of climate crisis and reproduction in this thought-provoking lecture by Heather Houser. Delve into the tensions between scarcity and abundance, certainty and uncertainty, and individual choice versus collective responsibility as Houser presents her book-in-progress, "Our Bodies, Our Climate." Examine diverse perspectives on fertility and family planning in the face of environmental challenges, including childfree advocates, reproductive justice feminists, pro-birth entrepreneurs, and family abolitionists. Gain insights into how popular culture, expert opinions, and contemporary literature address the nexus of reproduction and climate change. Learn about Houser's interdisciplinary approach to environmental studies and her work on climate policy, as well as the broader context of the Environment Forum at the Mahindra Center.
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Heather Houser: Rethinking Reproduction in Climate Crisis
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Mahindra Humanities Center