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Dear rebel,
It is often said that the lack of climate action is due to the slow creep of climate change. That at our core humans are animals who respond best to immediate threats and pleasures. But it is also true that the climate crisis triggers our fight or flight response. Once in a while, you might see an article touting the best places to live to avoid climate change. The fear of fire or floods in your backyard might inspire you to move someplace where you and your family will be safe. Despite your connection to your hometown, you might be tempted to flee.
The reality, however, is that, as the Conservation Law Foundation wrote, 'there is no safe haven from climate change'. We have seen fires envelope comfortable neighborhoods and hurricanes level secluded communities. If left unchecked, climate change will affect every place on earth, and in the meantime, extreme weather events will continue to catch us unawares. In many countries, the growing number of climate refugees proves this is already the case. Climate change is global, mathematical, and amoral. It has no conception of your family or your home.
But if you ever feel like the world sees your community as no more than a group of huddled frightened animals, please remember that XR Global sees you differently. We see you no matter where you are, no matter if climate change is a distant fear or a present threat. We see you and we want to hear from you. We want you to share your fears, your needs, and your advice. We can prove to you that likeminded people are closer than you might think, and that together we can turn our desire for flight into a movement to fight the climate crisis and the systems that are letting it unfold. So the next time you feel lost out in the storm, let us be your lighthouse beacon. Let us be your gathering place to find friends, resources, and a plan for what to do next.
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XR GLOBAL CLIMATE JUSTICE CAMPAIGN
Action Highlight
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April 2026 | XR Argentina
On Tuesday, April 28, activists from XR Argentina interrupted the seminar "Mining: The Vision of the Provinces" to denounce the destruction caused by mega-mining. The unconstitutional modification of the glacier law will allow companies to mine on glaciers and periglacial environments which will endanger ecosystems, populations and local economies.
The seminar was part of the EFI Expo, one of the main business and financial meetings in Argentina. The Secretary of Mining of Salta (Gustavo Carrizo), the Minister of Mining of Catamarca (Teresa Regalado), the Minister of Mining of San Juan (Juan Pablo Perea) and the Minister of Energy and Environment of Mendoza (Jimena Latorre) all attended and were promoting the myth that mega-mining is progress. XR Argentina is keeping this issue in the public eye. Follow @xrargentina on Instagram.
Action Update
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April 2026 | XR Global Support 2025 Financial Report
Donations are the lifeblood of Extinction Rebellion. They allow us to support rebels across the world who are stepping up for climate action, helping them organise in their communities, running campaigns, and building the tools and connections that make global coordination possible.
With the release of our 2025 XR Global Support Financial Report, we're pausing to reflect on what your generosity has made possible. We operate transparently - we want you to see exactly where funds go and how decisions are made and, most importantly, the real impact your contributions have on the ground.
This report is our chance to celebrate the impact of every contribution while also being open about the challenges of keeping things running. Donations keep us going and keep us pushing for the change our planet so urgently needs. Read the 2025 Financial Report
Must Read
In April 2026, the Climate Justice Flotilla carried out a transnational sailing campaign across the Caribbean to advocate for climate justice, ocean protection, and a just transition away from fossil fuels. Activists, Indigenous leaders, researchers, and civil society organisations travelled from Sint Maarten through the ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao) toward Santa Marta, Colombia, ahead of an international conference focused on transitioning away from fossil fuels. Throughout the journey, the flotilla hosted community dialogues and amplified the voices of frontline communities most affected by climate change and environmental exploitation. The campaign called for an end to fossil fuel expansion, climate reparations, debt cancellation for the Global South, and stronger global solidarity for a more just and sustainable future. Read more to explore the highlights and impact of the campaign here: Climate Justice Flotilla
This Month's Suggested Action - Mini Treasure Hunt
Take a short, ten-minute walk through your neighborhood. Set a timer, if you want. On your walk:
- Look for three hidden treasures in your surroundings. These can be anything that catches your eye such as something beautiful, unusual, meaningful, or often overlooked (like a plant growing through concrete, a mural, or a shared community space).
- Take a photo of each treasure you find.
- After your hunt, choose a close friend or family member to share your finds with.
- Explain why you picked each one and what made it feel like a 'hidden treasure' to you.
This is a fun way to slow down, notice your environment more closely, and connect your everyday surroundings with stories worth sharing.
Focus: First Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels Conference, Santa Marta, Colombia, 24 - 29 April
The Santa Marta summit in Colombia just delivered something the climate movement has been waiting decades for: nearly 60 countries sitting down to discuss how to phase out fossil fuels. Governments were asked to develop their own national roadmaps away from oil, gas and coal, and a brand new independent science panel (free from government veto) was launched to provide advice and guidance that countries need.
The biggest obstacle remains financing, particularly for Global South nations still locked out by punishing borrowing costs, even as renewables are now cheaper than fossil fuels. The commitment in the room was real and for the first time in a long time, we feel hopeful of what’s to come! Read more here and about the background here.
Book Review
Place-based Solutions, by Charles Curtin
Charles Curtin is a conservation scientist who has discovered that saving ecosystems requires paying attention to and supporting human communities, and that conservation can't be separated from communication, respect, and justice. That's a lesson XR is familiar with, too, which is why Curtin was interviewed for the XR blog awhile back (see here). But now he's apparently decided that attending to communication, respect, and justice doesn't work if you're a self-deluded jerk—which most people are, to some extent.
Place-Based Solutions is all about self-transformation, how to stop being a self-deluded jerk so you can build functional collaborations capable of supporting communities that can (maybe) save the world. Being an academic, Curtin doesn't quite describe his book that way, but that's what it is.
It's a well-constructed, engaging presentation of principles and practices useful for becoming the sort of person, for becoming the sort of people (for the work can't really be done alone) the world needs us to be.
Positive Reads
From electric car sales and heat pump installations through to batteries, the US attacks on Iran may prove to be the inflection point in the global energy transition. George Monbiot recognizes the incredible irony of Trump himself possibly bringing about the end of the fossil fuel industry.
Oil giant BP suffers shareholder revolt over climate transparency at tense AGM - CNBC
Shareholders pushed back hard at BP’s AGM, soundly defeating an attempt by BP to abandon climate disclosure commitments and to move to virtual-only AGMs.A chair was elected, but since such elections are typically unanimous, the fact that 18.2% of shareholders voted against the chair counts as an almost unprecedented reprimand. Shareholder activist group Follow This attempted to introduce a motion ahead of the AGM requiring that BP plan for a future of falling fossil fuel demand. The measure was rejected by the Board before the AGM which led many to vote against the chair at the AGM. It was all a refreshing challenge to business as usual.
Film to watch
Landmarks - Nuestra Tierra
Landmarks, directed by Lucrecia Martel, is a deeply moving documentary that explores loss, resistance, and the powerful connections between people, land, and identity. Through the story of Indigenous leader Javier Chocobar and the struggles of the Chuschagasta community, the film sheds light on the lasting impacts of colonialism, violence, and dispossession, while also highlighting the resilience of communities fighting to protect their home and heritage.
What makes the documentary so impactful is its emotional depth and relatability. Beyond the political context, it speaks to anyone who has ever felt connected to a place, experienced injustice, or fought to preserve their identity and community. Through intimate storytelling and powerful visuals, the documentary reminds viewers that the fight for justice is ultimately about dignity, memory, and belonging. It is a touching and thought-provoking film that leaves a lasting impression.
Watch the Landmarks trailer here
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