24 May 2019 | 09:10 AM UTC
Global: Climate change rallies planned May 24
Students plan climate rallies throughout the world May 24; anticipate traffic disruptions and avoid all protests
Event
Student rallies and demonstrations are expected to take place in cities worldwide on Friday, May 24, to demand climate change action. According to the Youth for Climate organization, the protesters aim to demonstrate that climate change is a significant issue and to urge their government to adopt stronger policies to combat climate change. Transportation disruptions and a heightened security presence are anticipated in the vicinity of any gatherings.
Context
Thousands of students around the world plan to take the day off from school and march in protest against climate change. The demonstrations, under the "Youth Strike 4 Climate" banner, are part of an international movement to demand more effective government action on climate change issues.
Advice
Individuals are advised to keep abreast of the situation, anticipate a heightened security presence on May 24, avoid all protests as a precaution, and to budget extra time to reach destinations in the vicinity of any demonstrations.
