GIVING A PATHWAY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS

Despite skepticism surrounding some traditional political engagement methods, the Letition system is emerging to give hope to further collective action by many more in the climate action space.

Critics argue that letters to politicians who are often seen as entrenched with fossil fuel interests, may not prompt change. However, the Letition system redefines this narrative by transforming individual letters into a unified, powerful force, demonstrating widespread public demand for climate action.

Letition-system co-founders emphasise that a Letition represents not just one person's voice but a chorus of concerned citizens, across Australia, aiming to influence and pressure their local representatives.

This collective approach in Geelong has catalysed significant community mobilisation, leading to a pivotal meeting planned to propel the climate conversation both in Geelong and at the national level. 

The essence of Letitions is to signal to politicians the pressing need for climate action, backed by visible, quantifiable support from their constituents.

The system has not only facilitated direct engagement with politicians but also aims to reshape the political landscape and narrative. It supports the idea that environmental advocacy should not recede during elections but rather should intensify, as legislative bodies in Canberra are where crucial climate policies are decided.

A climate action meeting will take place at the Geelong West Town Hall on the 9th of May 2024 at 5:30 to 7:00pm.

Mr Robert Patterson, a 9th May meeting co-organiser, points out the critical role of local MPs in carrying the community's climate action demands to the national stage in Canberra. He suggests that a strong, united message sent using Letitions can influence policy and incite meaningful action against the ever-increasing use of fossil fuels with new developments such as Woodside's Scarborough gas field in Western Australia, the Barossa and Beetaloo fields and the development of the massive Middle Arm petrochemical development in the Northern Territory.

Moreover, the Letition project is designed for accessibility and ease, encouraging even the busiest individuals to participate by investing a few minutes each month to send a Letition-letter. This process is streamlined through the Letition.org website, which guides users through creating and sending their Letitions including the “Duty of Care” Letition to specific politicians, emphasising the importance of ongoing, active participation in the fight against climate change.

In essence, the Letition system stands as a promising tool in the environmental movement, advocating for change by uniting individual voices into a powerful collective that cannot be ignored. It represents a strategic shift towards more coordinated action, highlighting the importance of persistent, well-informed, and united demands for climate action from the grassroots to the halls of power.

More information on www.letition.org and www.eventbrite.com.au