LK 12 History Presents an Exhibition on Resource Justice

“Poor Despite Wealth” is the title of the traveling exhibition organized by the Motivés association, which was set up yesterday by the 12th-grade advanced history class on the upper floor of the main building. In addition to showcasing selected raw materials such as lithium, cobalt, palm oil, and gold, the exhibition also addresses the topic of the ecological footprint.

 

Trade Relations Embedded in Power Structures

A total of 12 roll-up banners illustrate how today’s trade relations are embedded in historically established power structures and continue to lead to significant inequalities in terms of control, access, and use of global resources. The exhibition explores the struggles over land, human rights, and dignified living conditions that accompany the extraction and processing of these raw materials. It also examines questions of global resource justice, resistance, and options for action available to each individual.

As teacher Ines Vielhaben noted, the exhibition will be on display at the Steinmühle for six weeks and will hopefully spark stimulating discussions during class and recess.