You’re Invited: “End Militarism to Stop Climate Change”
November 4, 2021
Posted in: Newsletters
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It’s not talked about enough: The U.S. military is the single biggest contributor to climate change. The only way forward is to end military destruction of our communities — in order to protect both people and the planet. Join us for our virtual international town hall featuring testimonies and a LIVE delegation from COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland.
We invite you to join the Feminist Peace Initiative with MADRE, GGJ, and Women Cross DMZ for our international town hall “End Militarism to Stop Climate Change” on November 10 at 4:00pm EST.
Sign up to join the discussion on Wednesday, November 10 at 4PM EST / 1PM PST.
Speakers will include:
Participants at the COP26 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Glasgow:
Alejandria Lyons – Southwest Organizing Project
Ramon Mejia – GGJ Alliance
Sheila Babauta – Micronesia Climate Change Alliance
Sharif Zakout – Arab Resource & Organizing Center
Testimonies from international allies from the Global South and frontline community leaders in the U.S.:
Seydi Sarr – African Bureau of Immigration and Social Affairs (ABISA)
Kyle Kajihiro – Oahu Water Protectors
Youkyoung Ko – WILPF, Korea Peace Now!
Sha Merirei Ongelungel – Indigenous Environmental Network
Our speakers will discuss a just transition to a regenerative economy, alternatives to policing and military intervention, and a pledge for U.S. Members of Congress to sign on.
Can you support our event with a simple tweet? Click here for sample tweets to share on your personal or organizational social media accounts.
Lastly, can you further support us by co-sponsoring the event and mobilizing your base to attend? Please fill out this form by Monday, Nov. 8th to become a co-sponsor and cross post on your organization’s Facebook page.
Thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you next week!
In peace and solidarity,
Christine Ahn