Autonomy

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The right and capacity of frontline communities and community-based organizations (CBOs) to make independent decisions about their stories, resources, and governance without external control.

Harnessing Science for Community-Driven Solutions: The Basics of Starting Research Initiatives for Community-Based Organizations
Scientific research is the systematic collection, interpretation, and evaluation of data. It is a mechanism for gaining new knowledge. In the context of environmental justice, scientific research is a powerful tool for gathering local data that may not be readily available to decision-makers.

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