Welcome to Extinction Rebellion North
We are facing an unprecedented global emergency. Life on Earth is in crisis: scientists agree we have entered a period of abrupt climate breakdown, and we are in the midst of a mass extinction of our own making. We are unprepared for the danger our future holds. We face floods, wildfires, extreme weather, crop failure, mass displacement and the breakdown of society. The time for denial is over. It is time to act.
Mission
Extinction Rebellion’s overall mission is to mobilise 3.5% of the population to achieve system change. Here at Extinction Rebellion North we aim to connect and build resilient communities by working and supporting one another across the region to allow us to grow in strength and solidarity.
About
We aim to create a world that is fit for generations to come. There are many paths you can take to help us ensure this change takes place. Whether you’re on the front-line of an action, taking part in community work, or working behind the scenes, whatever your strengths or passions are, please join us in the fight for life.
Extinction Rebellion is an international apolitical network using non-violent direct action to persuade governments to act justly on the Climate and Ecological Emergency.
We have three demands in the UK:
1
Tell the truth
All institutions must communicate the danger we are in. We must be clear about the extreme cascading risks humanity now faces, the injustice this represents, and the urgency of the problem.
2
Act now
Every part of society must act now to end harmful emissions immediately so as to prevent further climate breakdown.
3
Decide together
We demand a culture of participation, fairness and transparency.Government must create and be led by the decisions of a Citizens’ Assembly on climate and ecological justice.
We are willing to make personal sacrifices. We are prepared to be arrested and to go to prison. We will lead by example and always act peacefully.
We will not be led quietly to annihilation by the elites and politicians. We will act honorably, resiliently, and peacefully, in the spirit of all those who fought for our freedoms before us. We call on everyone, regardless of your political beliefs to join us in fighting for the survival of our nations and for the survival of life on earth.
Not everyone in Extinction Rebellion North is in a position to make the sacrifice of arrest and we acknowledge that. We have many Northern Rebel’s who are unable to be arrested, and Extinction Rebellion North relies on contributions in many forms. When we put our bodies on the line we do this with the support and guidance of our whole movement.