Radical Justice. Building the World We Need
Original title: Radicale rechtvaardigheid. De wereld die we nodig hebben
Radical Justice. Building the World We Need
Original title: Radicale rechtvaardigheid. De wereld die we nodig hebben
Synopsis
This collection of essays exceeds what any reader might imagine. It is deeply personal, strikingly radical in its honesty and it is deserving a spot on your bookshelf. […] By integrating historical analysis, real-life examples, and visionary thinking, Radical Justice equips readers with tools, book recommendations, and inspiration for meaningful action. […] Whether you’re an activist, organizer, or simply someone aspiring for a fairer world, this book will ignite your passion and clarify the path toward creating the essential change we all seek. Yet, as Nani advises, this transformation won’t happen on its own—you must rise and fight for it. I do not know about you but I will definitely do it. —Dunja Mijatovic, former Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights
‘At a time when those in power would fail any exam based on what they have done to safeguard people and planet, Radical Justice is the book we need to start our journey towards changing the world for the better. This collection of personal and wonderfully written essays supplies us with often-untold stories, cultural knowledge, reflections, and actions to help us birth a new, more regenerative world. While confronting such topics as policing and climate change, Nani Jansen Reventlow – a global changemaker – has given us a book that is fearless and inspirational, intellectual and visionary, and rooted in a reality that will help us transform ourselves and society.’ — Derek Bardowell, author of No Win Race & Giving Back
Nani Jansen Reventlow is the tech activists’ fairy godmother. The human rights lawyer founded [Digital Freedom Fund], which helps digital rights groups launch strategic litigation cases. […] Reventlow’s work is especially valuable when it comes to one of Europe’s blindspots: race.—Politico’s 2021 ranking of the “28 power players behind Europe’s tech revolution”
International human rights lawyer Nani Jansen Reventlow is responsible for groundbreaking freedom of expression cases across the world—Metro, September 2020 (UK)
An essential book for everyone who believes in freedom and equality, written by an award-winning international human rights lawer
If we were to take an exam on how we are functioning as a society today, we would undoubtedly fail. Xenophobic populists are winning elections, economic inequality is reaching alarming levels, institutional racism remains unaddressed, and the climate crisis is nearing a tipping point.
We need a new world. In Radical Justice, Nani Jansen Reventlow outlines how we can start building a fundamentally different future today—one where everyone is truly free, equal, and able to thrive. Drawing from her extensive experience as an international human rights lawyer and inspired by prominent thinkers in anti-racism and social justice, she presents a compelling collection of essays. These essays are incisive and powerful, guaranteed to leave a lasting impact on every reader, and offer suggestions on further learning, reflection and – yes – action.
‘The one audience question I always get following any kind of public speaking is what people can do to take action. That is a great question, because we all can take action. And with that, we can make a difference. […] We don’t all have to do grand things or be a hero – lead mass rallies or go on hunger strike. Each of us can make good trouble in different ways. It’s our move to build a better world, and we need to do it now.’ – Nani Jansen Reventlow
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