Australia: Student activists protest nationwide September 25

Event

Students across Australia will protest nationwide on Friday, September 25, to draw attention to climate change and against the government's energy. The School Strike for Climate movement has organized 500 individual events to be held throughout the day across the country with multiple events planned in the country's major cities.

Due to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and regulations on public gatherings, the rallies will likely attract small groups of protesters. A heightened security presence is likely in major cities. Associated business and transportation disruptions should also be anticipated. 

Advice

Those in Australia are advised to monitor developments, avoid protests and large public gatherings as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.