Extinction Rebellion (XR) are hosting their talk “Heading for Extinction and What to Do About It” this month as part of PBH’s Free Fringe Programme.
The talk was developed over five years by the climate justice campaign group and is regularly delivered both online and in-person around the UK. Two speakers from XR’s Edinburgh and Lothians local group, Dom and Alex Porter will deliver the talk in the Liquid Rooms on 15th and 22nd August.
Dom said: “The talk is in two parts: what science tells us is causing the Climate Emergency and what humanity needs to change to survive; then, XR’s take on what we need to do to bring about that change.”
As detailed on Extinction Rebellion’s website, the talk is aimed not just at those already supportive but also at those sceptical about the severity of the Climate Emergency or hesitant about joining the climate justice movement. Audience members will have the chance to learn how to get involved with Extinction Rebellion.
When asked why people should come to the talk, founding member of XR, Clare Farrell, said: “We are clearly already in deep shit, the planet is burning and unhinged leaders are doubling down on the cause.
“We have to pull together, to support each other, build successful resistance and commit to creating a caring, regenerative new society.
“Time is short, we have to work together. Come and get involved.”