Eco-feminist, environmental activist, philosopher and radical scientist, Vandana Shiva presents a talk at the Liminal Zone during the day, Frontiers of Behaviour.

A leading authority in the struggle for global justice; Vandana Shiva, from New Delhi, India, is one of the most dynamic and provocative voices in the world and will be addressing issues of justice, sustainability and peace.

In her talk, Bhoomi: Action for Earth Democracy, Vandana Shiva's powerful perspective puts the spotlight on the mistreatment of the earth and the direct correlation of this on human life.

The conviction behind her voice reveals how people around the world are experiencing the brunt of the injustices that engulf the Sacred Earth and how this environmental abuse is affecting the lives of millions of people.

Vandana Shiva is author of several books, including, "Vedic Ecology" and "The Suicide Economy of Corporate Globalization". Her work has placed a critical focus on the fundamental connection between human rights and the protection of the environment.

Addressing the impact of globalization and climate change on some of the poorest and most vulnerable citizens of the world, Vandana Shiva underscores the hard-line issues facing the human race today, while highlighting solutions in terms of what we can do to combat the nature of these problems.

One of the most important thinkers and luminaries of our time, we are very proud to receive Vandana Shiva at Boom 2010. Join us for this mind-stimulating journey and contribute to the collective quest as we continue to spread awareness around the world.

For more details of Vandana Shiva's talk, please visit:

www.boomfestival.org/boom2010/arts-culture/the-drop/presentations