50+ colleges and universities have released a statement condemning the unjust investment decisions of KKR, the construction of the Coastal GasLink Pipeline, and the vile human rights abuses Indigenous peoples are facing as a result. Protect Indigenous rights. Protect the planet.
Earth Day, in recent decades, has been co-opted by corporations as a way to sell their products and continue to pollute communities.
Here is a list of places to aid that center environmental justice —> https://t.co/OzJ0WNfcB4
Pick up the ☎️! We're calling because we need:
- Living wage
- Expanded protections against sexual misconduct
- Benefits for students with disabilities and mental health conditions
- Prevention against overwork
- Expanded paid parental leave
#RingRingFairContract#UMGEO
Here are some great ways to stay active and engaged if you're able to social distance. We'll be regularly posting information, updates, and articles. Readings can be found in our bio as well. DM us with articles to post, new art ideas, and any questions or concerns.
Looking for an introduction to environmental justice? Not sure where to get started? Check out this one-page infographic for a first step! Link is here —> https://t.co/gilupiuE7H
The link is also available in our bio!
BREAKING: @UMich becomes 1st BIG10 school to freeze fossil fuel investments. This happened bc of student activism, coalitional efforts between college divestment movements & BIG10 student govs. Remember: students hold the power👊
Next up: divestment & endowment justice #DivestUM
A message to @MichiganPSC: Say NO to @DTE_Energy's dirty energy plan. Say YES to a just, clean 15-year energy plan for Michigan communities. #WorkForMeDTE#PowerUpMI. We need local wind & solar for health, affordability and to combat #ClimateChange https://t.co/SHuiqnojJ7
Hey everyone! We are young, climate activists based in Ann Arbor, Michigan working on a commemoration of 50 years of the first Earth Day celebrations at the University of Michigan!
Here is some more info about the first Earth Day!
https://t.co/N48QFgNbpA