Sister on the Planet screening at the Women In Natural Sciences Program (WINS)

Philly Oxfam went to the Academy of Natural Science last year to show a screening of Sisters on the Planet to WINS students. Check out what one student had to say about the screening here!

FREE MOVIE SCREENING OF SISTERS ON THE PLANET

Come join Oxfam Philly and the SAVE some GREEN store as we explore the impacts of climate change on the lives of four women from around the world through the documentary Sisters on the Planet. Also get a taste of Oxfam America's newest documentary Hardest Hit. Climate Change hits poor people first and worst, but poor communities are fighting back. Come watch how community-led solutions are helping people adapt to the effects of climate change through Hardest Hit.

When: Today! 7/29/10
Where: SAVE some GREEN Store 2005 Chestnut Street (Look for our Barracuda!)
Time: 6-8pm
Free documentary, free refreshments! Come check us out!

Sisters on The Planet Screening & Panel Discussion--Free Event

Climate Change and its Disproportionate Impact on Women Around the World:
Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Join us for a celebration of Women's History Month with a film and discussion on the critical effects of climate change on women. Panelists will explore the challenges facing women in developing communities as they cope with a changing climate. Speakers will additionally explore the tools needed to foster empowerment and a decrease the vulnerabilities of women and their families in developing communities.

Where: The Academy of Natural Sciences

1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy

Philadelphia, PA 19103

5:30 – 6:00pm: Reception
6:00 – 8:00pm: Program

RSVP: http://womenandclimate.eventbrite.com

Sisters on the Planet Film: See how four inspirational women are fighting back against climate change around the globe. This film is a production of Oxfam America.

Panel:

Marjorie Margolies, Founder and President of Women's Campaign International (WCI), former member of Congress. Women's Campaign International was founded in 1998 by Pennsylvania Congresswoman Marjorie Margolies. After serving in Congress, Ms. Margolies led the United States delegation to the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women in 1995. At the conference 189 countries signed a Platform For Action that pledged to further the rights of women around the world. Inspired by these commitments and the astounding attendance by thousands of women participants from around the world, Ms. Margolies founded WCI to help women to achieve the goals laid out in the Platform For Action. WCI's programs help women find their voices by giving them tangible skills in areas such as leadership, public speaking, media relations, grassroots organizing, campaign strategies, voter outreach and mobilization, polling, policy analysis, and fundraising.

Munhtuya Goulden, Researcher with the Asia Center, the Academy of Natural Sciences Patrick Center for Environmental Research. Mrs. Goulden has participated as an interpreter and researcher on a joint project of the Academy of Natural Sciences, the University of Pennsylvania, and the National University of Mongolia. Research for this project was concerned with Mongolian nomadic herding women's observations about how climate change is impacting their daily lives. She has served as an Expedition Coordinator for a project funded by the National Science Foundation , International Expedition to Protected Areas of Mongolia, and also prepared a proposal to develop the International Long-Term Ecological Research (ILTER) and Ecological Tourism in protected areas of Mongolia. Mrs. Goulden has traveled extensively in Mongolia, Russia, China, Japan, Italy and France, and has over 14 years of experience coordinating international scientific expeditions, projects, events, and tours.

DAY OF ADVOCACY, MARCH 9, 2010

URGENT! Tell Senators Casey & Specter: Don’t leave the poor out of the climate change bill! All the information you need is below:

This week is crucial for influencing legislation on climate change- let’s reach for at least 100 calls in Pennsylvania! Today, please call Senators Casey & Specter and encourage your friends and contacts to do the same!!

Senators John Kerry (D-MA), Lindsay Graham (R-SC), and Joe Lieberman (I-CT) are changing their approach to climate change legislation in an attempt to fashion a bill that can pass the Senate. The problem? There is pressure to cut out the international provisions, including help for the world’s poorest people to prepare for the severe effects of climate change.

Leaving support for hard-hit poor communities out of a US climate bill not only undermines the pledge America made in Copenhagen to help those most affected by climate change – it also leaves billions of people in peril from worsening storms, droughts, & floods.


WHAT WE WANT OUR SENATORS TO DO:

1. Make sure a comprehensive climate and energy bill helps the world’s poorest people currently being hit hardest by climate change.

AND

2. Co-sponsor the International Climate Change Investment Act (S. 2835), introduced by Senator John Kerry. This bill will deliver the right policies to help hard-hit communities prepare for the severe impacts of climate change and promotes clean energy around the world.

IT’S EASY TO CALL:

Step 1. Dial Senator Casey- (215) 405-9660 & Senator Specter- (215) 597-7200

Step 2. Express your view. Be sure to say who you are, where you are from, what you want, and why you care. (Talking points to help you out are below.) Here is a sample:

Hi, My name is ____ and I am a (your occupation) from (city/state).
I would like to ask Senator ____ to vocally support a comprehensive climate and energy bill that assists the world’s poorest people currently being hit hardest by climate change, AND to cosponsor the Climate Change Investment Act (S. 2835). This bill, S. 2835, will deliver the right policies to help hard-hit communities prepare for the severe impacts of climate change, and it will promote clean energy around the world.
I care about this because _______________, and I follow reports from organizations like Oxfam about how climate change is harming people in poverty. We need the Senator’s support now. Thank you.

Step 3. Don’t forget to call your second Senator.

If you need additional information, contact: Philadelphia@oxfamactioncorps.org.

Oxfam Action Corps Recruitment DEADLINE: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH

The Oxfam Action Corps provides a way to change the big picture, starting with Philadelphia – and we’re looking for 5-10 committed people from the Philadelphia area to join today!

Gain leadership skills, have fun, and change the world!

So what’s the Oxfam Action Corps, exactly? It’s a group of dedicated volunteers in the Philadelphia area and more than a dozen other US cities. We get together and campaign with each other in our neighborhoods, at town events, and concerts – and in the halls of Congress.

As a member of the Oxfam Action Corps, you’ll gain leadership experience and learn about policy solutions to poverty and climate change – all while having fun and making a better world.

This year we will mobilize around one of the greatest challenges of our time: climate change and the impact of increased droughts, floods, and storms on the world’s poorest communities.

Find out more, and sign up with your local Oxfam Action Corps by February 15. All levels of experience are welcome.

You can also apply for a four-day training in Washington, DC in April that will give you the grassroots campaigning skills you need to make a real difference.

www.oxfamactioncorps.org

On December 12th, let’s show the world that folks in Philadelphia want a REAL DEAL!

Philadelphia is joining cities around the globe for a Day of Action during the UN Climate Conference in Copenhagen asking for a

Fair, ambitious and binding global treaty now!!

Date: December 12, 2009
Time: Stop by Anytime between 2 and 4pm
Location: Old Pine Community Center

401 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Corner of 4th & Lombard)

Free activities for all ages-Add your signatures to the petition-wall, watch a short film, write letters to law-makers & chat with great organizations listed below! Fun kids activities table, too!!

Do check in again at this site as we post additional details!!

We look forward to seeing you!

Organizations in attendance:

-The Philadelphia Oxfam Action Corps

-Green Peace

-The Alliance for Climate Protection

-KSM Ministries

-Energy Justice Network

-Local Food Coop

The Philadelphia Oxfam Action Corps Presents:

The Impact of Climate Change

featuring

Lance Simmens

Special Assistant for Intergovernmental Affairs to Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell

Bio

November 3, 2009 at Philadelphia University

Join us as we examine climate change and its effects on natural resources and what that represents for communities in the U.S. and around the world, particularly those most impoverished. Engage in a stimulating discussion promoting solutions and positive actions. In addition to Lance, Diane Loucks, Leader of The Mayor's Task Force on Hunger in Philadelphia will also be in attendance and giving remarks.

6:00 - 6:30 -- Reception

6:30 - 8:30 -- Program

RSVP: http://impactofclimatechange.eventbrite.com

Note: This is a FREE event.