Eco-colonialism

colonialism">Eco-colonialism refers to the exploitation of natural resources in colonized regions while ignoring the rights and needs of local communities. It often involves powerful countries or corporations prioritizing environmental conservation or resource extraction in ways that displace indigenous populations, disrupt their cultures, and undermine their livelihoods. This concept highlights how environmental initiatives can sometimes replicate historical inequalities, where the voices of local people are marginalized in favor of external interests, leading to a harmful dynamic between conservation efforts and the rights of those directly affected by them.