Things weren't always easy for Rob Ulrich, nor were they straightforward. Ulrich (they/them) grew up in Manassas, Virginia (pop. 42,772 in the 2020 Census). By comparison, the city of Los…
Marilyn Raphael elected as member of American Philosophical Society
Many countries are mining the Global South for one of its vital natural resources – its people. This creates a ‘brain drain’ of professionals and academics leaving the Global South…
A new book edited by the UCLA anthropologist explores how people respond to volcanoes, epidemics and droughts
Check out the innovative conservation research projects, stimulating public outreach events, and exciting funding programs that the center has supported over the past year!
A new paper was published highlighting the importance of further conservation efforts in maintaining the biodiversity of Lepidoptera (butterfly) and other understudied insects in the Central African Region. Read the…
Vital Impacts presents the Environmental Photography Grants. Application’s are now open for two $20,000 grants that will support and encourage visual storytellers to create a long-term documentary photography project with…
National boundaries are an unavoidable modern invention that impact the fate of Earth’s natural resources
By Resson Kantai Duff I’m sitting on the edge of the rocks, watching the sun set behind Lowua L’ongishu. The breeze has died down and long-tailed widow birds dance in…
Program wins for Best Individual Writing and Best Environmental Reporting
Faculty and students are working on new ways to respond to climate change and other environmental problems
Story seeks to dispel fears and misconceptions about bats
Just witness the excitement around sightings of the city’s famous wild animals. One recent Los Angeles Times headline read, “Famed mountain lion P-22 makes dramatic appearance in Beachwood Canyon backyard.”…
Faculty and others play a major role in shaping stories of accountability in ‘Sustaining US,’ whose second season debuts Oct. 6
‘Earth Focus’ episode explores environmental and human costs of coal mining in South Africa
As billions of dollars become available, UCLA-Liberty Hill Foundation report recommends actions for community-informed, integrated infrastructure to improve quality of life for Angelenos Affordable housing adjacent to a public transit…
If you happen to have a friend who lives on the other side of the planet, advances in satellite technology make it easy to stay connected. Satellite-based technology also makes…
In celebration of Women’s History Month, a look at those who are challenging norms, dispelling stereotypes and celebrating diversity
In a holiday season that will feature smaller dinner tables and celebrating in different ways, it’s worth reflecting on how feasting habits have changed over the years and how the…
Navajo sustainable business advocate receives $100,000 for grassroots and national efforts
In her multiple roles: UN Sustainable Development Goal Advocate, founder/president of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad (AFPAT), and Conservation International senior fellow, Ibrahim continued advocating for…
Researchers with the California Center for Sustainable Communities at UCLA have been researching ways to make urban systems — including water and energy supply — more sustainable. A new book…
News and other media outlets have a responsibility to create a more inclusive narrative to shape environmental policies while elevating the leadership of Indigenous and African American communities