Extinction Rebellion Brighton Newsletter
24th October 2020
Small actions can create a great difference
One week to halt the bonfire of the planning regulations
Respond by 29 October and tell the government that their proposed changes to planning regulations have no place in a climate emergency!
> Find out more on our website
> See the proposal and respond on the government website
No hate, no fear
Last Saturday 17th of October XR Brighton Rebels were in Kent to show love to refugees who have just moved into temporary accommodation at Napier Barracks.
They were there alongside Channel Rescue and other amazing groups supporting refugees and asylum seekers in the UK.
Climate Assembly
It's time to get involved and have your voice heard!
Take part in the Brighton & Hove Climate Assembly to join the conversation about how we can make Brighton carbon neutral. Here are some ways to get involved in the discussion:
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Email carbon2030@brighton-hove.gov.uk
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Write to Carbon2030, Hove Town Hall, Room 166, Norton Road, Hove, BN3 3BQ
The next sessions are:
Thursday 5 November, 6pm to 9pm
Saturday 7 November, 10am to 1pm
> More information about the Brighton & Hove Climate Assembly
> What's been discussed in the previous Climate Assembly Meetings
Office
A New Hub for XR Brighton
We're approaching the end of our lease at Surrey Street and, while it's been amazing to have that space for the last year, we're looking ahead to what's next and need your help!
WHAT CAN I DO RIGHT NOW?
We'd love to hear from you if you have any sturdy, stackable, waterproof boxes.
WHAT ABOUT FINDING A NEW HOME?
We're on the lookout for a space to make our hub again—get in touch if you know somewhere! Keep an eye on the website and newsletter for more info on where to find us.
Get in touch if you can help at xrbrightonevents@gmail.com
Actions
Denham STOP HS2 Camp
Saturday 24th - Tuesday 27th October
As the temperatures drop and rainfall increases, XR Rebels are preparing to create a warm, dry communal space for the Denham STOP HS2 camp on the weekend of 24-27 October 2020.
Let's support them! There are many ways to help:
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Please consider donating whatever you can afford before then to help raise the cash to hire a van and buy some essential building materials so that a winter sanctuary space can be built
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Support to get the winter shelter kit to the Denham protection site on Saturday 24th October. XR Rebels need support carrying pallets, food, metalwork, and tents to the site, and the site is half a mile from the carpark so everything will need moving in by hand or wheelbarrow. If you could join and help please be at Denham Court Drive Uxbridge, UB9 5PG at 11am. If you need to reach us on the Saturday call: 07540355456
Plant a tree!
Guerrilla Gardeners are looking for people who would like to plant a few organic native trees around their area of Brighton and commit to taking care of them during hot weather. A beautiful regenerative activity, open to anyone. They will guide you through the process and share your joy in their growth.
Please send your interest to Tom at xr_brightonactions@protonmail.com
Talks
Welcome to Extinction Rebellion
Tuesday 27th October 7-9pm
Stuck at home because of Covid? Want to do something that makes a difference to the biggest crisis humankind currently faces? Then join this introductory session where you can learn more about what Extinction Rebellion is, what we do, and how you can get involved.
https://www.facebook.com/events/323278108738218/?event_time_id=323278105404885
TED Circle: Why lakes and rivers should have same rights as humans
Wednesday 28th October 7:50-9pm
Join our next TED Circle! Water is essential to life. Yet in the eyes of the law, it remains largely unprotected, leaving many communities without access to safe drinking water, says legal scholar Kelsey Leonard. In this powerful talk, she shows why granting lakes and rivers legal "personhood"—giving them the same legal rights as humans—is the first step to protecting our bodies of water and fundamentally transforming how we value this vital resource.
> For more information
> Register
Meetings
XR Brighton General meeting
Tuesday 27th October, 7-9pm
Online (Zoom)
All welcome. This is a space for sharing, listening, feedback, and questions. Come and hear about the latest XR Brighton news and learn how you can make a difference.
This week the second part of the meeting, 8-8.30pm will be all about our regenerative cultures. What do we need in XRB to support our wellbeing? Come along to share your thoughts and feedback.
> Join on Zoom Passcode: 456681Further information
> Further details on all events
> XR Brighton Youtube Channel
> Facebook (@nepocide) for news and info
> Brighton Rebel Community Board Facebook for community chat
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> Instagram
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