Heading for Extinction and What to Do About It

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 · Hosted by Extinction Rebellion Vancouver

Sep 13 at 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

St. James Community Square, 3214 W10th Avenue, Vancouver

Heading to Extinction and What to Do About It

Climate change is often in the news. But just how bad are things really? And what can we do about it? A local talk for Vancouver.

The planet is in ecological crisis: we are in the midst of the sixth mass extinction event this planet has experienced.

Scientists believe we may have entered a period of abrupt climate breakdown. This is an unprecedented global emergency. Our children and our nation face grave risk.

In this public talk for Vancouver, local members of Extinction Rebellion share the latest climate science on where our planet and our society is heading, discuss the some of the current psychology around climate change and offer solutions through the study of previous social movements.

All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. Due to the content of the talk, parental discretion is advised if bringing along young children.

This event aims to:
Raise awareness of and tell the truth about the current environmental crisis, within a Canadian context.
Arm local people with facts they can share with neighbours, friends and family.
Consider what we can do about this in Vancouver.

There will be time to ask questions and discuss afterwards. Entry is free but donations towards venue hire costs at the end of the event are welcome (only if you can afford to).

Doors open and refreshments available from 6:30pm.
https://rebellion.earth/ for more information and FAQs.

We work with gratitude on the traditional, unceded, occupied territories of the Coast Sallish peoples: the səlil̓wətaʔɬ Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.

Accessibility Info >>>
* Wheelchair accessible
* This is an inclusive event, open and welcome to everyone ♥
* Please avoid wearing strong scents or perfumes as may be irritant to others

Please note this event is independently-funded and organized for Vancouver residents, with speakers from Extinction Rebellion (a climate activism movement fighting climate breakdown and the extinction crisis). Contact the Event Organizer if you would like further info or clarification.