Oxfam America has released a YouTube video about the organization's new climate change campaign. With narration from Oxfam America's president, personal stories from those hit first and worst by climate change, photos of Action Corps volunteers in action, and an aspiring rapper from Uganda, the video really makes the case for taking action on climate change and climate change adaptation. It's very compelling and is only three minutes long, so watch it now!After watching the video, you'll probably want to take action. You can start right away by telling the presidential candidates to make climate change and its impact on the poor a priority. Then, sign up for the Oxfam Action Corps - Minnesota listserv. We'll keep you informed on local news, events, and volunteer opportunities. Oxfam Action Corps - MN is a dynamic, nonpartisan volunteer team committed to lasting solutions to poverty and injustice. We're open to all. If you're interested in volunteering or have ideas about how we reach your community, please email us at minnesota@oxfamactioncorps.org
One event we'll be at is this Friday's exciting Twin Cities World Refugee Day. Since writing about it in our last post, the organizers have announced that ten shuttle buses are available to bring people to the event at Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis. Check out their website for more information on this "day full of performances, food, an immigrant resource fair and more to celebrate the many refugees who have made new homes in Minnesota." We hope to see you there!
