We are Un-Frackable Recap: Youth, Climate Justice and Legal Strategy
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- Published on Wednesday, 15 April 2020 16:10
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Dear PAOV,
For those of you who joined us on our second “We Are UnFrackable” webinar: thank you! If you missed it, here’s a recap: watch it here. Don’t miss the next episode: if you have not already registered, sign up here.
This week on the second episode of our webinar series we delved deep into conversation that unpacked the legal strategy behind groundbreaking cases that have the power to challenge the status quo on climate action. We also learned about the hearts and hopes behind these legal pursuits for justice. We were joined by Richard Overstall, a lawyer for the Wet’suwet’en, along with youth climate justice organizer and musician, Kiran Oommen, one of the 21 youth plaintiffs suing the US federal government on their actions fueling the climate crisis.
The conversation was filled with heart-warming stories, inspiring strategies and tactics for using creativity to spur solidarity and action for Indigenous rights and climate justice. Richard also emphasized how much the support of allies and donors means to the community, “The point about fundraising is that it puts the heart forward for the Wet’suwet’en chiefs and house members because Wet’suwet’en supporters are putting their money where their mouths are. There is a lot of stress and strain in these court cases. If people know their important work is being supported across the country and across the world, that really makes a huge difference.”
Equipped with the power of knowledge, strategy and community, we are unfrackable. Mark your calendar for the next webinar with Robin Tress of Council of Canadians on Tuesday, April 28, 4pm Pacific/ 7pm Eastern. We’ll be hearing from amazing activists and Indigenous leaders in the Maritimes, learning how public engagement, legal action and other strategies combined have pushed back against fracked gas. Hear from organizers and experts, and share your questions and ideas in a Q&A on this interactive webinar.
Sign Up HereWhile we all grapple with this global moment of uncertainty, hearing from you on these webinars also reminds us of the importance of compassion for community and collective organizing that you are all a part of. Thank you for bringing your vision, patience, and determination to the “We are Un-Frackable” series. We look forward to seeing you on the next one!
In solidarity,
Maia, Andrea and the RAVEN Team
P.S. Stay involved with #solidarityfromhome as we gather in community online in support for Indigenous rights and environmental justice. If you are in the position to support the Wet’suwet’en legal challenges, please consider donating here.
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