local and global campaigns

"The belief we can't deal with global warming because we need to pursue growth is pulverised by a Stern fact: global warming will smother economic growth. When the British Government commissioned the economist Sir Nicholas Stern to study the economic impact of Weather of Mass Destruction, he found that warming could slash 20 per cent off the global economy in my lifetime – while it costs just 3 per cent of GDP to stop it now. People who won't stop warming for the sake of growth are like a man who won't stop his house burning down because he makes a living toasting marshmallows on the flames."  Johann Hari, The Independent.

 

CHANGE.ORG raises awareness about important causes and empowers people to take action. Start your own petition.....HERE..

OCEANEA - founded in 2001, is the largest international organization focused solely on ocean conservation. "We believe in the importance of science in identifying problems and solutions. Our scientists work closely with our teams of economists, lawyers and advocates to achieve tangible results for the oceans".. Support their work HERE...

CORPORATE ACCOUNTABILITY INTERNATIONAL  has been waging winning campaigns to challenge corporate abuse for more than 30 years. Now is your chance to let your voice be heard - vote on your choice for the worst corporation of 2010! Vote HERE..

 

JEWISH VOICE for PEACE current campaigns HERE

May 2010 Israel's army shocked the world by invading a ship bound for Gaza with badly needed food, medical, and reconstruction aid and killing the international peace activists on board. Tell President Obama the entire world wants him to condemn the immoral and illegal May 31 attack on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, demand a full and independent international investigation and the release of the activists, and withhold military aid to Israel until it abides by international law, including ending the siege of Gaza and the occupation of the West Bank including East Jerusalem. Israel is getting almost 3 billion dollars in aid from the US while it ignores American policies...... MORE.

KIA ORA GAZA A six-person Kiwi Team is joining the international land-sea convoy to Gaza delivering mainly medical aid and building supplies. To donate visit Kia Ora Gaza, which has support among community groups, tangata whenua, trade unions, different faiths, tertiary educators and other social sectors. More news HERE...

 

 

AVAAZ current campaigns HERE

Gaza: investigate the raid, end the blockade. Israel's deadly raid of the Gaza humanitarian flotilla has sparked worldwide outrage. This time, we can't accept mere words from our leaders. It's time for action. This petition will be delivered to the UN and world leaders. Join the global call for truth, accountability, and justice for Gaza! SIGN HERE..

FOOD & WATER WATCH is a non-profit organization that advocates for common sense policies that will result in healthy, safe food and access to safe and affordable drinking water. Their website has many useful links and resources, and cyber-campaign links, primarily aimed at the US Government.  MORE....

International Year of Biodiversity

The United Nations declared 2010 to be the International Year of Biodiversity. It is a celebration of life on earth and of the value of biodiversity for our lives. The world is invited to take action in 2010 to safeguard the variety of life on earth: biodiversity.  Any local interest in planning an Event in 2010? Contact us..

GREENPEACE NZ current campaigns HERE.. and International News HERE

 

FOOD CRISIS and the FARM LAND GRAB

Governments and corporations are buying up farmland in other countries to grow their own food – or simply to make money. A blog has been set up by GRAIN, a small international NGO concerned about farmers’ control over biodiversity and local knowledge. They see the current land grab trend as a serious threat to local communities. Full REPORT..... The blog serves as a resource for those monitoring or researching the issues, particularly social activists, non-government organisations and journalists.  Subscribe to weekly updates HERE..  UPDATE on Chinese purchasing of NZ Dairy Farms HERE...  Otago Daily Times say that the sale is "by no means a foregone conclusion because the would-be purchase has not been cleared by the Overseas Investment Office" MORE...

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE FOUNDATION

 

People in Britain spend an average of £25 a year on bottled water. It's a big waste, environmentally and for your pocket. This year, EJF asks you to pledge to give up bottled water and donate the money you would have spent to support our campaigns improving water security.  And, if you add in an extra £5 we will send you one of our fab, low water footprint, designer campaign t-shirts for free!  Please, support our Water Appeal and make a donation today.

EJF believes that protecting the environment is not just about quality of life, it is a question of life and death for the world’s poorest people. We believe that environmental security is a human right.

EJF current campaigns HERE..