Change for the Climate will bring together a diverse range of voices on climate issues in order to further educate us to the challenges we face. The day will consist of a series of lectures and workshops presented by academics, politicians, activists and members of our community.

This gathering aims not only to provide perspectives from specialists in the relevant fields of science and public policy, but also to explore practical avenues for change that can emanate from an individual and community level.

Together we will explore strategies for taking action to influence key decision makers in the lead up to the UN World Conference on Climate Change in Copenhagen later this year. In the event that policy developed at the UN conference falls short of what climate science and logic demands, we as a community must have the tools and the networks established in order to take necessary democratic action.

Change for the Climate hopes to strengthen and consolidate an effective grass-roots response. We believe the most powerful systemic changes, which are required to stop devastating climate change, are born from strong and empowered communities.

NB: After the day is over there will be busses to ‘Switch Off Hazelwood’, a mass civil disobedience action to call on our leaders to make the switch from coal to renewable.

Draft Schedule for Change for the Climate

Change for the Climate

Get Educated Get Active for Copenhagen and Beyond

Key addresses by influential speakers. Networking opportunities. Workshops on climate activism strategies, sustainable lifestyle transitions.

12th September 2009 10am – 5.30pm.

Climate friendly lunch available