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Extinction Rebellion

Extinction Rebellion is a worldwide movement formed to spark and sustain a spirit of creative rebellion, which will enable much needed changes in our political, economic and social landscape.

They work to transform our society into one that is compassionate, inclusive, sustainable, equitable and connected.

Below are articles relating to the Isle of Wight branch of the movement.

23, April 2019·2 min read

‘Climate extinction, emergency everything’ is ‘un-evidenced’ says Isle of Wight council leader, Dave Stewart

Leader of the Isle of Wight council, Dave Stewart, says he's "done some research" on the IPCC special climate emergency report but believes the ‘climate extinction, emergency everything’ position is "un-evidenced".

12, March 2019·1 min read

‘We need to unite and do as much as we can’, says 11-year-old

A rally outside County Hall will take place on between 3-5pm on Friday 15th March. All are invited to join members of IWXR.

Extinction Rebellion protesters holding up red hands

31, October 2019·1 min read

Act now to have your work included in the ‘Undecided Earth’ art exhibition

Original art, Letters to the Earth and Climate Emergency placards are welcome as part of the Undecided Earth exhibition opening later this week

3, May 2019·1 min read

Climate change campaigners to take to the streets of Newport

Those wishing to take part or find out more should meet in St Thomas’s Square, Newport from 12.30pm.

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14, January 2019·5 min read

Climate Emergency rally calls for ‘positive change for the common good’: Photos and Video

Islanders marched through Newport on Saturday afternoon, raising awareness about the impact of climate change and calling on the Isle of Wight council to join other councils around the country and globe to declare a 'Climate Emergency'.

climate emergency banner by chris jones of chemical garden

2, May 2019·2 min read

Cross-party call for Isle of Wight council to declare a Climate Emergency and reduce carbon emissions

A motion led by Green councillor, Michael Lilley - to be seconded by Conservative councillor - is calling on the Isle of Wight council to commit to urgent action to reduce carbon emissions on the Island.

28, February 2019·1 min read

Day of action focuses on impact rising temperatures have on ‘delicate ecosystems’

The unseasonable temperatures we've been experiencing in the last couple of weeks could be an indication of the impact of climate change and will certainly have an effect on hibernating animals and insects.

4, March 2019·1 min read

Extinction Rebellion IW campaigners gather for second day of action

Organisers say around 300 people gathered in Newport for the second Extinction Rebellion day of action last weekend. They emailed all councillors this morning .. details within.

25, November 2019·1 min read

Extinction Rebellion mark year of activities at social gathering: All welcome

The social gathering will mark a year of activities locally, nationally and globally. All welcome

extinction rebellion march in November 2018 by Julia Hawkins

3, January 2019·1 min read

Extinction Rebellion rally aims to put climate change at top of the political agenda

A march through Newport and rally is planned to raise awareness for Extinction Rebellion - a new movement that sets out to place climate change at the top of the political agenda.

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1, August 2019·2 min read

Extinction Rebellion to hold strategy meeting this Sunday – all welcome

The plan is to discuss strategy, form working groups and consider creating smaller affinity groups. All welcome.

17, July 2019·1 min read

Inspirational peace activist explores global dangers and people’s actions to prevent nuclear and climate catastrophe

In what is promised to be a fascinating talk, inspirational peace activist and international speaker, Dr Rebecca Johnson, will explore global dangers and people's actions to prevent nuclear and climate catastrophe.

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