Welcome to "Revise and Resubmit," where we explore the fascinating intersections of research, ethics, and the natural world. In today’s "Weekend Journal Review," we delve into Multispecies Ethics and Space: Coexisting with Wolves, an insightful article by Géraldine Paring, published in the Journal of Business Ethics, one of the prestigious FT50 journals.
In this thought-provoking piece, Paring takes us to the rugged landscapes of France, where she volunteers with an NGO helping sheep farmers coexist with wolves. Using ethnographic methods, she investigates how space acts as a matrix for ethical relations between humans and wolves. Drawing on posthumanist theory and other-than-human geography, Paring unravels the complexities of multispecies coexistence. Her research reveals that reshaping the spaces we share with wildlife—like wolves—is crucial for fostering ethical relationships. By challenging traditional predator-prey dichotomies, she shows how coexistence becomes an ethical practice of spatial negotiation, offering profound implications for biodiversity conservation and organizational ethics.
As we explore these groundbreaking ideas, we’re left with a pressing question: In a world increasingly shaped by human hands, how can we redefine our spaces to nurture ethical coexistence with all species?
A heartfelt thank you to Géraldine Paring and Journal of Business Ethics for this essential contribution. Don’t forget to subscribe to "Revise and Resubmit" on Spotify, Amazon Prime, and Apple Podcast, and visit our YouTube channel, Weekend Researcher, for more engaging discussions.
So, as we ponder our place in the natural world, here’s something to think about: Can reimagining our shared spaces lead to a more harmonious coexistence with wildlife, or are we destined to remain locked in conflict?
Reference
Paring, G. Multispecies Ethics and Space: Coexisting with Wolves. J Bus Ethics (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10551-024-05914-6
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