The land beneath our feet is what sustains us – from it we can produce food, construct shelter and build livelihoods. But, it’s so much more than that – a cultural marker and a source of identity. In a world of continued dispossession, we explore the complex politics of land. We hear from people seeking to reclaim, steward and revitalize land for the good of people and the planet.

Be it lithium, gold, cobalt or coal, the mining industry has immense influence on global geopolitics. Here, we discuss the scandal of the continued extraction of coal, the devastating consequences of deep-sea mining and the toxins that can enter our waterways following extraction. We also hear from campaigners across the globe seeking to counter the negative side effects of mining …

How Haiti became the 'poster child' for reparations As Haiti once again makes global news headlines for all the wrong reasons, we sat down with independent journalist Harold Isaac to better understand how the country’s complex history contributed to today's crisis.

Equality sits at the heart of New Internationalist’s reporting. In this section, we shine light on those seeking equality across the globe. Be it wealth disparity, racial discrimination or gender inequality, rarely do these injustices exist in isolation. Speaking to a broad spectrum of interwoven issues, our journalism examines how such challenges can be overcome to create a more equal world.

In a context of populism, authoritarianism and a rising acceptance of conspiracy, our journalism dives into the state of global democracy. From Brazil to Tunisia, we investigate the threats facing contemporary democracy including post-truth politics and managed ‘democracies.’ However, we also turn our attention to solutions, considering the potential of citizen’s assemblies and social ...

Through interviews and analysis, this section focuses on stories from East and Southeast Asia. We write on the oppression and violence inflicted on Uyghur people in China and reflect on Fukushima following the nuclear disaster. Here, you will also find discussion of the region’s changing relationships internationally, including China’s growing influence in Africa and the …

The world is better designed for some than for others. Accessibility, inclusion and societal stigma are but a few of the challenges facing those of us with disabilities. In this section, you can find our reporting of disability rights movements, stories of disadvantage and discrimination and the impacts of conflict on disabled minorities.

In our arts coverage we explore the complex intersection of art and politics, profiling artists worldwide who use their work to reflect, resist, and tell truth to power. With revealing interviews, profiles and in-depth features, we discover how artists navigate and challenge the political landscapes they inhabit, using their work as a powerful catalyst for change and telling potent …

New Internationalist offers critical analysis of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and considers the possibilities of a world beyond consumerism. It unpacks corporate claims of sustainability, with particular focus on the fast fashion industry and …

From palm oil production to forest bathing, the world’s trees are used for a surprising array of human activities. On this page, readers will find wide-ranging coverage of the challenges and opportunities for the world’s forests and the people who call them home. We make the case for Indigenous-led forest protection and question whether ‘sustainable forestry’ is actually an …