September 19: Online introduction meeting (8:00 pm)
Do you want to learn more about what SR is doing and how you could participate? Then attend this introduction meeting.
Register here in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
October 1: Climate action conference (Klimaatactieconferentie)
The Climate action conference is organized twice a year. Its purpose is to bring together activists from different organizations and campaigns, hold strategic discussions and take new initiatives together. The conference is currently organized by activists affiliated with End Fossil Occupy, Internationale Socialisten, Scientist Rebellion and WISE, among others. They are doing so in collaboration with Fossil Free NL, FNV, Greenpeace, Milieudefensie, TNI and XR.
The main language is Dutch, but English translation can be provided- as well as child care from the age of 4.
Entry is free, though a donation is appreciated.
Location: Het Huis, Boorstraat 107, Utrecht (12am-5pm)
Read more and register here.
October 12: Nonviolent direct action training
When joining a civil disobedience action, it is really important to know what your rights are, and what you can expect to happen during and after the action. In this training, we will discuss the history, theory, and practice of civil disobedience. You will learn how civil disobedience actions work, how to stay safe during them, and about their potential legal consequences. We will practice specific action elements, and there will be plenty of time for your questions. After attending, you will have all the information you need to decide whether you want to join such actions, and how to do it.
When? Thursday, October 12, 17:30 – 20:30
Where? Amsterdam, Science Park, exact location TBA
Sign up: Link
October 15: Statue Sunday
Since march scientist from Scientist Rebellion have been blindfolding iconic statues on Sundays to demand action against the climate crisis. The blindfolds are accompanied by signs with urgent appeals to the current leaders: “Look at the facts”, “Listen to the science” “This is a climate emergency”. Statue Sunday is a response to the lack of urgency among politicians and policy makers after many alarming scientific publications.
To join, you can apply here.
November 12: March for Climate and Justice (Klimaatmars)
Scientist Rebellion will be part of the march for Climate and Justice. Join in!
November 19: Statue Sunday
Since march scientist from Scientist Rebellion have been blindfolding iconic statues on Sundays to demand action against the climate crisis. The blindfolds are accompanied by signs with urgent appeals to the current leaders: “Look at the facts”, “Listen to the science” “This is a climate emergency”. Statue Sunday is a response to the lack of urgency among politicians and policy makers after many alarming scientific publications.
To join, you can apply here.
December 17: Statue Sunday
Since march scientist from Scientist Rebellion have been blindfolding iconic statues on Sundays to demand action against the climate crisis. The blindfolds are accompanied by signs with urgent appeals to the current leaders: “Look at the facts”, “Listen to the science” “This is a climate emergency”. Statue Sunday is a response to the lack of urgency among politicians and policy makers after many alarming scientific publications.
To join, you can apply here.