Christian Poirier
About Christian Poirier
Christian Poirier serves as the Program Director at Amazon Watch, where he has worked since 2009, focusing on environmental and social justice issues in Brazil. He has over 20 years of experience in international development and advocacy, including managing rural development projects in West Africa and leading campaigns against environmental destruction in the Amazon.
Work at Amazon Watch
Christian Poirier has served as the Program Director at Amazon Watch since 2009, contributing to the organization for over 15 years. In this role, he has coordinated the Brazil Program, emphasizing non-hydro energy alternatives within Brazil's electricity matrix. He has also managed Amazon Watch's Paris office, where he collaborated with European NGOs on Corporate Social Responsibility campaigns. His work focuses on addressing environmental, agrarian, and social justice issues, particularly in relation to the Amazon rainforest.
International Development Experience
Christian Poirier has more than 20 years of experience in international development and advocacy. Before joining Amazon Watch, he managed rural development and micro enterprise projects in West Africa. His background includes assisting Brazil's Landless Workers Movement, which highlights his commitment to social justice. Additionally, he worked as a project consultant at Winrock International for three months in 2008, further enhancing his expertise in development initiatives.
Campaign Leadership and Advocacy
Poirier has played a significant role in leading international solidarity campaigns aimed at halting the construction of large dams in the Amazon. He has worked on campaigns that call on the global private sector to stop complicity in environmental destruction and human rights abuses in the Amazon region. His advocacy efforts reflect a strong commitment to protecting the environment and promoting social justice.
Education and Training
Christian Poirier studied at the University of Sussex from 2004 to 2005, where he gained valuable knowledge and skills relevant to his career in international development and advocacy. His educational background supports his focus on environmental, agrarian, and social justice issues throughout his professional journey.