07 Jun 2019 | 08:24 AM UTC
Global: Climate change rallies planned June 7 /update 1
Students plan climate rallies throughout the world June 7; anticipate traffic disruptions and avoid all protests
Event
Student rallies and demonstrations are expected to take place in cities worldwide on Friday, June 7, to demand climate change action. According to the #FridaysForFuture 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 June 7, avoid all protests as a precaution, and to budget extra time to reach destinations in the vicinity of any demonstrations.
