Global Climate Change Action

Hi Anonymous,

There are many ways to raise your voice without gaining a criminal conviction. Australians are indeed fortunate, in that we have the freedom to participate in such actions. I take my "clean record" and my freedom seriously. We are free to be able to express ourselves publicly, we CAN participate in a peaceful protest in the street, join a march, or stand outside an Corporate Office and hold up a banner. None of the above actions are illegal... None of the above actions cause harm to the general public, and, as a concerned citizen, we have a democratic (and moral) right to do so. Particularly when our elected leaders are doing nothing to mitigate the dangers the world is facing.

When we look at other countries, (Burma is a perfect example) who's peoples do not share such freedoms, we can begin to understand why this freedom is so precious and we can then understand how very fortunate we are.

Due to this wonderful freedom we share in Australia, our voices are NEEDED and NECESSARY... for the sake of the whole planet... who will stand up for the people of nations with military dictatorships if we do not?

I have peacefully demonstrated in many actions and have never been arrested. In fact, i have made friends with many police officers deployed to ensure that the general public and private property are protected. They have an honourable job to do and they are paid a wage (with our taxes) to do so. In fact, once you get chatting to them, some will admit that they actually support the cause!

If you still feel intimidated (or perhaps just a little shy) in taking your feelings out onto the street and joining a demonstration... that does not mean you have no courage.

There are other ways to raise your voice. Why not write a letter to your local elected representative. The pen is indeed a mighty tool.
There are sample letters available on this website... feel free to use some of the words if you wish. See "Write a letter" link in the left hand column... http://globalclimatechangeaction.org/node/221

If you want to do more, why not telephone your local elected representative... talk to him/her about your concerns. After all, it is your politicians job to listen to the constituents.

The issues we all face with Climate Change are urgent. To effectively deal with these concerns in a timely manner is why they were elected!

If you really want to make a difference, make an appointment to visit your local elected representatives office, perhaps take a friend or two with you. Make a list of your concerns... and read them out.
Ask for answers - and expect a timely reply.

After all, it is their job (and honourable duty), to represent YOUR wishes.

Warm regards
Anne