Liesl Clark

Liesl Clark is an author and co-founder of the Buy Nothing Project, a movement promoting gift economies and community sharing.

She developed the concept after observing similar practices in Himalayan communities.

Clark's background includes work as a filmmaker and National Geographic contributor.

Her book advocates for reducing consumption and building stronger local connections through giving and receiving.

However, some reviewers criticize Clark for allegedly forcing Buy Nothing groups to divide along socioeconomic lines and for her actions in the Himalayas, which some consider culturally insensitive.

Despite controversy, Clark continues to promote the Buy Nothing philosophy through her writing and community organizing efforts.