Pune : Mothers' Rebellion for Climate Justice Plans Local Actions Across the Globe - Pune Pulse

Pune : Mothers’ Rebellion for Climate Justice Plans Local Actions Across the Globe | PUNE PULSE

On May 13, 2023, Warrior Moms, mothers and our allies from around the globe will join together in solidarity to demonstrate our commitment to a sustainable world for generations now and to come. Mothers’ Rebellion for Climate Justice is made up of mothers, daughters, sisters, aunties, grand moms, and their allies. We welcome all who can join us as we refuse to look away from the climate crisis; we refuse to give up; and we will do everything we can to ensure a liveable planet and bring Clean Air for all the world’s children.

Locally, in India, Mothers’ Rebellion took place today on Saturday, May 13 at PMC Municipal Ground, Pashan, Pune from 8 am-10 am. Actions will take place on the same day also in Australia, Finland, Germany, Nigeria, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Uganda, U.S.A., Zambia and Zimbabwe. These actions will coincide with Mother’s Day, a celebration and honoring of motherhood and maternal bonds. Key to Mothers’ Rebellion for Climate Justice is the recognition that all of us are connected to Mother Earth and it is up to us to create the necessary changes to keep our planet healthy so that all its inhabitants can thrive.

The year 2022 was the 6th warmest year on record for Mother Earth. It brought severe flooding in Australia, China, Mozambique, Pakistan, and Zimbabwe; intense heat waves in India, Europe, Japan and southern South America; destructive cyclones in Madagascar and Malawi; erratic rainfall in southern Africa; and wildfires in western U.S.A. and storm surges in southern Florida. Mothers’ Rebellion is taking action now to draw attention to the climate crisis and to inspire others to join with us.

At 75 years, Raj Bali, a concerned grandmother has participated in most of the climate change protests in Pune. She is against tree cutting and wants the govt to make health of people top priority instead of supporting polluting business for profits. She is worried that children and grandchildren’s future are at stake due to pollution & climate crisis.

Reena Joseph, mom to a teenage daughter said, “Warrior Moms” itself is such a powerful term and what they do is even more powerful. Taking action for climate change so our kids get a better deal. More power to this group and request everyone to contribute in any small way possible through their time, skills and efforts.”

Sangeeta Vankhede, a mom said, “This movement has boosted my energy to contribute more at individual level and also to spread awareness in kids around me.” Her husband Siddharth also joined the mothers today. He shared, “Salute to Mothers who are volunteering to spread awareness to save Mother Earth and provide healthy environment for upcoming generations!”

Since 2022, Mothers’ Rebellion has been bearing witness in public spaces to remind people that we can and must respond to climate change now and that everyday people – not politicians – will make this happen. Key to its mission is the importance of addressing climate justice, the principal that climate change disproportionately effects low-income communities and communities of color throughout the world, the people and places least responsible for our climate emergency.

For more details about Warrior Moms Pune contact : Anuja Bali on 8928263631 or email on warriormoms.in@gmail.com