How quickly things change as we enter a new world. May’s Week of Action has been cancelled and whole branch in-person meetings are postponed until we return to alert level 1.
We urge everyone to follow government advice to keep our country and people safe. As many of us see it, this crisis has uncovered the fragility of a neoliberal economic system constructed beyond the reaches of democracy. For readers of Naomi Klein, we know this tragedy could possibly lead to a better, more equitable world if civil society is ready to find the courage to implement it. This article is the most salient thing we’ve seen written so far.
We will pivot our attention firstly to our communities, and then to preparing for our campaign around the election. The basic draft plan is here, and a fuller proposal is coming soon. As mentioned last time, our aim is for multiple coordinated local actions around the city which visualise and dramatise the climate crisis.
What’s coming up in XR
Tues 24 March: XR Waitakere: Coordination Meeting
This meeting will be on Zoom. Contact [email protected] for the link
19:30 – 21:00
Thurs 26 March: New Member Induction
Postponed for this month, as we need t time to create an effective online session!
Akl Central & Waitakere Branch Meetings will be done via Zoom links. Updates coming as we sort out the tech. Check the FB group for updates.
What Else Can I Do ?
- This Week: Action Station Anti-Racism Webinar Series
- This free 10 day webinar series about decolonisation, te tiriti and anti racism began yesterday and is filled with interesting and essential sessions. Info here
- Mattermost Video Tutorial
- 10 minutes of absolutely stimulating content….. Video here.
Stay safe and caring.
From your friendly local rebel,
Huw
Extinction Rebellion Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland
[email protected] | https://extinctionrebellion.nz/auckland
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