Sustainable development often means postponing immediate and immense profits in favor of protecting human, animal and plant life on Earth. GALA has advocated strongly for the application of the precautionary principle; most recently in Namibia where phosphate dredging was proposed off the coast of the country; which if commenced risked the destruction of the fragile eco-system of coastal waters; not only for Namibia, but also for neighboring South Africa and Angola. Like other advocacy initiatives, protecting the environment is a lifetime commitment and requires the cooperation of a wide array of stakeholders. GALA is open to assisting other organizations in this regard, and prioritizes collaborations with indigenous populations.
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- May 16, 2021
