Linda K. Westman

About the Author

Linda K. Westman is a distinguished scholar and advocate in the fields of environmental justice and urban geography, with a career dedicated to uncovering the intersections of climate change, social equity, and urban resilience. Holding advanced degrees in geography and environmental studies, she has taught at leading universities and consulted for international organizations on sustainable urban development. Her research emphasizes the voices of marginalized communities in the fight against climate injustice, blending rigorous academic analysis with grassroots activism. In her seminal work, Urban Climate Justice: Theory, Praxis, Resistance (Geographies of Justice and Social Transformation), Westman explores innovative frameworks for resistance and transformation in urban environments, inspiring policymakers, activists, and scholars worldwide to pursue equitable climate solutions.