Shifting the language of ‘invasion’ ecology: two-eyed seeing as a framework for discourse regarding introduced species

Authors

Shelby Nicole Lane-Clark, Michigan Technological UniversityFollow
Valoree Gagnon, Michigan Technological UniversityFollow
Tara Bal, Michigan Technological UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

3-12-2024

Department

College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science

Abstract

Discourse used in the field of invasion ecology has significant impacts on society's perception, yet communication related to “invasives” is rife with problematic, exclusionary language. We provide potential solutions, including a repositioned perspective that may facilitate better relationships with the natural world by applying the two-eyed seeing framework. Our discussion calls for a paradigm shift for deeper understandings of human and more-than-human relationships. Ultimately, we advocate for respectful, considerate, and intentional language and stewardship.

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© The Author(s) 2024. Publisher’s version of record: https://doi.org/10.1007/s42532-024-00179-9

Publication Title

Socio-Ecological Practice Research

Recommended Citation

Lane-Clark, S. N., Gagnon, V., & Bal, T. (2024). Shifting the language of ‘invasion’ ecology: two-eyed seeing as a framework for discourse regarding introduced species. Socio-Ecological Practice Research. http://doi.org/10.1007/s42532-024-00179-9
Retrieved from: https://digitalcommons.mtu.edu/michigantech-p2/614

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