September 2, 2024 View all news Regional Gatherings in September in Dublin, Cork, and Galway with more locations added soon. We are moving towards a very crucial moment for the climate. 2023 was the hottest year since records began, with 2024 likely to be hotter again. While progress is being made both at home and abroad - from improved public transport and an EU Nature Restoration law, to finally acknowledging fossil fuels in COP negotiations, none of this is reaching the ambition required to mitigate the worst impacts of global heating. Meanwhile across Europe a resurgent far-right is making inroads with anti-equality and anti-environmental policies. We have our work cut out for us.But the task is not impossible. We have the means to rapidly address climate catastrophe in a fast and fair way; we just need to build the political will to do so. Although it is not certain, signs point towards a general election before the end of the year and we need to be prepared to seize this opportunity.These regional gathering events are a crucial moment to reflect on our past campaigns, assess the current political landscape, and, most importantly, plan our actions for the upcoming general election.Upcoming dates and locationsWe currently have 4 events planned in Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Portlaoise for surrounding areas and are looking to organise more. Do you feel like your area is not sufficiently represented and are interested in changing that? Get in touch if you have suggestions or want to help planning for different regions!WhereWhenTimeVenue DublinSaturday 14th September11:00 AM - 2:00 PMTeachers' Club, Parnell SquareRegister hereCorkSaturday 21st September11:00 AM - 2:00 PMThe Hideout Café, St. Patrick’s PlaceRegister hereGalwaySaturday 28th September11:00 AM - 2:00 PMÁras na nGael, 45 Dominick St LowerRegister here PortlaoiseSaturday 12th October11:00 AM - 2:00 PMPortlaoise Family Resource Center, Harpur's LaneRegister hereWhy Your Involvement MattersThe next few months are critical in shaping the future of climate action in Ireland. Your voice, your ideas, and your energy are vital as we strategise and mobilise for a strong, unified push leading up to the election. Together, we can ensure that environmental issues remain at the forefront of the political agenda.You can expect presentations on our current election demands and interactive workshops on communicating climate action. Learn effective strategies for engaging others in climate conversations, inspiring action within your community, and make plans to take these into the real world.Join Us!Your participation in these gatherings will help shape our collective strategy and ensure that our voices are heard loud and clear. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to create meaningful change. Categorised in: Climate Change Activism Tagged with: Act Local activism Faster and Fairer Climate Action