Science, Theory, and Ecofeminist Education: The Journey of Vandana Shiva

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the thinking and political action trajectory of Indian activist Vandana Shiva, tracing her academic path, works, and studies for the empowerment of women, nature, and biodiversity. The methodology used was a bibliographic review of articles dealing with the author's thinking and works written by Shiva. One can consider Vandana Shiva's contributions to the strengthening of ecofeminism and environmental activism when the thinker highlights the role that women, traditional peoples, and producers play in a paradigm shift in the face of large corporations that seek profit, control, and power. As autonomous and free subjects, this group knows and can put into practice their knowledge to achieve a more sustainable environment. In this way, Shiva seeks to reconnect humans with life and nature. As part of nature, it is necessary to treat it with care, respect, and cooperation. The author's thinking allows for a broader interpretation in the face of all the situations experienced today: climate crises, monoculture of the mind and seed, the Green Revolution, and reductionist aspects of hegemonic science, integrating critical science and denouncing the socio-environmental injustice perpetrated by capitalist companies and organizations.