During these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to protect our planet and advocate for global economic equality. While it can be challenging to look beyond daily updates and information regarding coronavirus, consider taking a few moments to explore the topics below. The need for public discourse to address our climate emergency continues!

Earth Week has come to an end, but the need for activism and the spread of factual information regarding climate change and the organizations negatively impacting our planet continues. Thursday, April 23rd was officially deemed “Divest Day.” Climate activists across the globe took to social media to show their dissent against Chase Bank and other financial institutions funding the fossil fuel industry and deforestation.

This year, Earth Day actions have gone digital. In doing so, we’ll have the opportunity to show leaders the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and the ever-growing climate crisis go hand in hand. If you’re looking for impactful ways to use your voice and enact change within your local community and worldwide, participate in one or ALL of the actions below.

The on-going global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is challenging to grasp. In the United States alone, millions of individuals have lost their jobs, hundreds of thousands have tested positive for the virus, and daily life has changed in ways we cannot fathom. Understandably, the news cycle and our collective attention are focused on the virus, economic recovery, and what the future will hold when social distancing and safer at home orders are lifted.

A few weeks ago, STAND-LA, SoCal 350, and fellow climate change activists in Southern California celebrated the official closure of a neighborhood drilling site near the University of Southern California. While the fight to stop neighborhood drilling is critical and essential to ensure the health and wellness of California residents, demand for oil continues.