Ecofeminism and food activism in transformative travel as a tool for change

Orea-Giner, Alicia

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of ecofeminism and food activism as agents of transformative change in the context of travel. Poststructuralist feminist theories guided the application of qualitative methodologies. The results demonstrate that incorporating ecofeminist principles into travel contexts disrupts conventional tourism frameworks and fosters significant social and environmental transformation through mindful consumption, support of local economies, and collaboration with women-led enterprises. Challenges such as societal prejudices, greenwashing, and financial constraints impede widespread adoption. This study presents a framework that connects ecofeminism and food activism in the context of regenerative and sustainable tourism, emphasising their joint ability to address issues of environmental conservation, social justice, and ethical consumption.

Citation

Orea-Giner, A. (online). Ecofeminism and food activism in transformative travel as a tool for change. Journal of Sustainable Tourism, https://doi.org/10.1080/09669582.2025.2488962

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Mar 28, 2025
• Online Publication Date: Apr 21, 2025
• Deposit Date: May 1, 2025
• Publicly Available Date: May 1, 2025
• Journal: Journal of Sustainable Tourism
• Print ISSN: 0966-9582
• Electronic ISSN: 1747-7646
• Publisher: Routledge
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/09669582.2025.2488962
• Keywords: Ecofeminism, food activism, ethical consumption, social justice, change
• Public URL: http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/4259609