The European Politician Bringing Nature Into the Halls of Power

Carola Rackete, a German citizen, gained fame in 2019 for rescuing migrants off the coast of Libya and docking her ship in Lampedusa against Italian government orders. Despite facing jail time, she is now a member of the European Parliament, advocating for environmental and social justice. Rackete believes that climate change and environmental destruction disproportionately affect vulnerable populations and calls for solidarity from wealthier nations. She rejects the idea of “green capitalism” and advocates for global social movements. Rackete’s initiatives include the Seeds of Action Tour, connecting with activists worldwide.