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Arrestee testimonial: ‘I do not regret it’

An anonymous arrestee from the recent Shell action in Cambridge shares their first-hand experience of arrest.

Climate Learning Week

At the start of the UK’s Climate Learning Week, XR York activist and university lecturer Catherine Love discusses the importance of education to the fight for climate action.

XR: Influencing The UK’s Media

In this essay, Patrick Thelwell deals with the BBC’s reporting of the Extinction Rebellion protests beginning in October 2018, concluding the sustained direct action increased the quality and depth of the BBC’s reporting on Climate Breakdown.

Famine, Fire and Floods

Following XR York’s Fire and Floods Solidarity Vigil to show support for those affected by the disasters unfolding in Jakarta, Australia and Zambia, XR York and prolific activist Richard Lane explains the significance of the events and introduces the concept of ‘disaster fatigue’.

Just Do What You Can

Media Co-ordinator Laura Cox explains why positive change must come from positive conversations, avoiding narratives of guilt.

…What Is In A Number?

XR York Research Co-Ordinator and University of York student Will James takes a harrowing look at the numbers behind the climate catastrophe.

Soil: Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind

According to Alastair Fitter, fellow of the Royal Society and University of York professor, a single teaspoon of soil can contain thousands of species and millions of organisms. Sadly, its significance is still largely unrecognised…

The Silent Activist

Extinction Rebellion aims to promote mental wellbeing through regenerative culture. But despite this, many of the situations members find themselves in can be loud, stressful, and overwhelming. So, how does the movement support neurodiversity?

York’s Climate Hustings: Are Local Politicians Taking Climate Change Seriously?

Lily Draper, student and blogger, shares her thoughts on the recent climate Hustings hosted by the UK School Climate Network at the Malthouse, York.

The Road To Traffic Reduction

Anna Semlyen is a former city councillor and the author of Cutting Your Car Use. In this post, she summarises how to overcome the political block in the way of effective traffic reduction.