Extractivism is the draining of resources like metals, oil, timber, and even human labor to generate capital - a global phenomenon driven by imperialism. Wealth from extraction is concentrated in the hands of multinational corporations and imperialist nations, while local communities bear the environmental, social, and economic costs, often turned into “sacrifice zones” by local elites.
As extractivism and imperialist plunder intensify, disguised as “development” or “green growth,” it is urgent to build pro-people alternatives. We invite you to join our roundtable to discuss strategies for resisting extractivism, amplifying community struggles, and advancing anti-imperialist solidarity.
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The International League of Peoples’ Struggle (ILPS) is an anti-imperialist and democratic formation. It promotes, supports and develops the anti-imperialist and democratic struggles of the peoples of the world against imperialism and all reaction. The UK chapter was established in October 2024.
Program
| 2:00 - 2:20 | Ingress & Set-up |
| 2:20 - 2:30 | Opening Remarks & Introduction of Speakers |
| 2:30 - 2:45 | Global Context of Extractivism - LMN |
| 2:45 - 3:00 | Extractivism of Fossil Fuels (BP / Shell) - FFL |
| 3:00 - 3:15 | Case Study 1 - Boycott for West Papua |
| 3:15 - 3:30 | Case Study 2 - Energy Embargo 4 Palestine |
| 3:30 - 3:45 | Case Study 3 - Action for Sudan |
| 3:45 - 4:00 | Case Study 4 - London-Philippines Solidarity |
| 4:00 - 4:30 | Questions from the Floor |
| 4:30 - 4:40 | Closing Remarks |
| 4:40 - 5:00 | Egress & Clean-up |