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Remembering Iggy | London | 13 February 2020

February 13, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

Fox Remembered: Iggy Fox worked like a warrior for Extinction Rebellion from November 2018. His work included filmmaking, social media, actions, speaking. He was part of the legendary #snowflakes affinity group and was arrested several times.

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The Art and People behind Extinction Rebellion by Natalie Haddad

February 13, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

In October 2019, I followed the artists of Extinction Rebellion Hackney to get behind the scenes of what it took to build rebellion. From life size skeletons, samba drummers, banner printing and painting the streets, all in preparation for a two week long uprising that shut central London down to call attention to the…

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‘Share, Repair, Rewear & Relove Your Clothing’ | Arizona Muse

February 13, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

“When we buy clothes, we are making choices about the planet we love and live on, we’re talking about how you and I are all contributing to climate change,” says Arizona Muse

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In 2019 we demanded change. In 2020 we begin building the alternative.

February 12, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

Today, Extinction Rebellion UK launched its new strategy for 2020 saying: ‘This is the year rebellion goes beyond the streets and into the fabric of everything we do.’ Fundraising Page.

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Extinction Rebellion ‘faces a concerted effort to discredit it…’

February 08, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

BBC Radio 4 | 6 February 2020

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UK Newsletter #8: Unexpected Elephants and Supermarket Crime Scenes

February 07, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

Dear Rebels, It’s only February but already things are hotting up. Our next UK-wide mobilisation is now set to begin on May the 23rd (book time off work!), and the strategy for 2020 is due to be released in the next few days. As we build momentum for another round of conscientious…

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THIS IS WHY I REBEL

February 07, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

James ‘Iggy’ Fox died on 6 February. He was 25, had given up a career in science to join XR and fought hard for the cause, especially for Indigenous rights. Iggy was a burning bright soul and he will be deeply missed by us all. Here is the article he wrote…

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Joaquin Phoenix & Extinction Rebellion partner on ‘Guardians of Life’ film

February 06, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

A Nation Earth Production In Partnership With Extinction Rebellion, Amazon Watch And Mobilize Earth. Written & Directed by Shaun Monson…

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‘We Would Break The Law To Save The Planet’ | Dr Gail Bradbrook | Oxford Union Debate

February 05, 2020 by Extinction Rebellion

7 November 2019 – The Motion: This House Would Break The Law To Save The Planet. The motion passed. Rising global temperatures threaten to destabilise our planet irreversibly. Faced with this existential threat, how far should we be willing to go in our attempts to achieve action on climate change?…

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