What is KhaRMAlma Land & Enviromental Justice (KALEJ)?
KHaRMAlma Land & Environmental Justice (KALEJ) combines «KHaRMA» (Knowledge, Humanity, and Resources for Meaningful Advocacy) with «Alma» (meaning «soul» in Spanish), reflecting our passion for advocacy and personal dedication. The Hindi acronym «KALEJ» means «colleague,» emphasizing our collaborative spirit. We are committed to advancing justice in environmental and land-related issues by empowering and advocating for marginalized communities, ensuring a fair and equitable world for all.
Vision
Our vision is to create a world where land and natural resources are equitably shared, fostering peace, happiness, and prosperity for all through cultural and social diversity.
Mission
KHaRMAlma contributes to this vision by advocating for inclusive and culturally diverse concepts of property and progress, ensuring that laws protect all beings on Earth, including animals. We focus on land rights and environmental justice for Afro-descendant, native, indigenous, and migrant communities, addressing the impacts of climate change.
Objectives
Our key objective is to contribute to the broader recognition and protection of land rights and resource management through environmental justice for marginalized communities in the USA and globally.
How We can Help you?
We provide expert advocacy and guidance on land rights, environmental justice, and resource management, particularly for Afro-descendant, native, indigenous, and migrant communities.
What services do we offer?
We offer comprehensive services to promote environmental justice and sustainable development, including:
Consulting and Advisory Services:
≫ Expert consulting on land rights and environmental challenges.
≫ Advice on responsible investment and guidance for community enterprises.
≫ Mediation of socio-environmental conflicts.
Research and Advocacy:
≫ In-depth research on land rights, resource management, climate change, and environmental justice.
≫ Advocacy for underrepresented groups, with a focus on amplifying marginalized voices.
≫ Creation of a journal to unite community voices and experts.
Capacity Building and Education:
≫ Tailored workshops and training programs to empower communities in advocacy and resource management. ≫ Campaigns to raise awareness on environmental justice and climate change.
International Collaboration:
≫ Partnerships to promote innovative land tenure and resource management practices.
Sustainable Development and Community Support:
≫ Assistance in creating fair and transparent agreements for land and resource management.
≫ Strategies for equitable access to economic opportunities, with emphasis on diversity and cultural sensitivity.
Strategic Partnerships and Goals:
≫ Building partnerships with experts, researchers, and civil society organizations.
≫ Contributing to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on climate-related targets and accountability.
By offering these services, KALEJ aims to empower communities, foster sustainable development, and build strategic partnerships for a just and equitable world.