Chris Kassar

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Chris Kassar is a wildlife biologist and conservationist who has worked for many years as an environmental activist. She serves as the Environmental and Media Coordinator for Rios Libres, and networks with the existing coalition of environmental groups working on the dam issue in Patagonia.

Articles

Streams of Consequence: Public Outcry Successfully Halting Dams in Patagonia

Mar 5, 2013 March 5, 2013

“Patagonia is not for sale! Protect her rivers!” “Defend Aysén! Keep Patagonia free from dams!” These chants echoed through the streets of Santiago, Chile in April 2012 as tens of thousands once again voiced their opposition to HidroAysén’s proposal to dam two of Patagonia’s pristine… Read More

Activism

The River Speaks… and So Can You

Dec 9, 2011 December 9, 2011

By Chris Kassar Every time I kneel down next to a river – even if just for a moment – I swear I can hear it speak to me. I know this probably sounds crazy, but I also know I’m not the only one who hears wise murmurs rising… Read More

Activism