Critical international climate negotiations are now underway in Copenhagen, Denmark. Oxfam America is at the summit pushing for an agreement that makes substantive commitments to reducing carbon emissions and helps the world's poor cope with the effects of climate change. Check out Oxfam America's Climate Action Hub for ongoing updates.
Join with millions calling for world leaders to 'Sign a Real Deal' during the 'The World Wants a Real Deal' Global Day of Action, tomorrow Saturday, December 12. Working with partner organizations, Oxfam Action Corps - Minnesota has organized an exciting event that starts at 3 PM in Pohlad Hall at the Minneapolis Central Library (300 Nicollet Mall), called Perspectives on the Copenhagen Climate Summit.
The program is fun and free. Get live updates from Denmark. Watch the film 'The Age of Stupid.' Sign the giant Sign a Real Deal petition. Enjoy snacks and Peace Coffee. Attend all or part of the program. See our previous post for a complete schedule.
Perspectives on the Copenhagen Climate Summit : 1Sky, Amnesty International USA, League of Women Voters – Minneapolis, the Library Foundation of Hennepin County, Oxfam America, Rain Forest Action Network - Twin Cities, and the Will Steger Foundation.
After the event, join us at 5:45 PM in front of the library on Nicollet Mall for a candlelight vigil. We'll provide candles and signs calling for climate justice. Dress warmly!
Questions? Contact us at minnesota@oxfamactioncorps.org
