Stop the killing 🐋 – by law

Whales may have rights soon. Let's make it happen!

BREAKING: Indigenous leaders from the Pacific Islands are pushing to pass the first law in the world giving whales legal personhood – so humans can go to court on their behalf. In just two weeks, they'll launch a global call at the UN Ocean Conference in France. Let's help them walk into that summit backed by a million voices from around the world. Add your name – and help make history for whales. Sign now! Dear friends, Imagine: a ship slams into a whale, leaving it to bleed out. A hunter harpoons a pregnant mother. Now imagine something radical: those responsible are taken to court – because whales have legal rights. This is no fantasy. Indigenous leaders from the Pacific Islands are working with their governments to pass a law that would give whales legal personhood — letting people represent them in court, and forcing those who harm them to face justice. And now, they're asking the world to stand with them. In just one week, they'll launch this bold campaign at the UN Ocean Conference in France — and if we're loud enough, we can help them convince more countries to join. Add your name now, and we'll help Indigenous leaders carry this vision onto the global stage – and into the heart of power. Sign now for whales' rights This law would empower conservation, honour Indigenous knowledge, and hold destructive industries accountable. It's backed by a treaty and a team of top legal experts, and is part of a grand plan that includes a 'blue' investment fund and a series of whale sanctuaries. And it's already backed by a regional government! But what it needs most is us — a global roar for the ocean's most majestic beings. Let's be that voice. Together we can help bring a law into the world that says whales matter — not just as resources, but as living beings with a right to life. Add your name now. Sign now for whales' rights From fighting Icelandic whaling to protecting blue whales in the Gulf of California, our movement has always stood with the giants of the sea. Now, alongside Indigenous leaders and the Moananui Sanctuary Trust, we can help rewrite the rules — for the oceans, and for the generations to come. With hope and fierce determination, Miguel, Nate, Antonia, Huiting and the whole Avaaz team More information:  A Descendant's Call for Whale Legal Personhood (Atmos.Earth) In Move to Protect Whales, Polynesian Indigenous Groups Give Them 'Personhood' (The New York Times) Pacific Indigenous leaders have a new plan to protect whales: Treat them as people (CNN) Whale Personhood in Polynesia (Earth Law Center) Image:  Ecuadorian Foundation for the Study of Marine Mammals

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The fire in us

We've faced dark times before -- but not anything like this. Authoritarianism is spreading like wildfire, igniting wars, silencing dissent, and tearing down human rights. The news is a cascade of horror. Trump jokes about building hotels on the graves of Gaza's children. Students are being arrested for speaking out, Indigenous leaders are under threat for defending the Amazon -- and countless families are starving in war zones around the world. Just when we need global solidarity the most, governments are slashing aid and walking away from global commitments. But here's the thing: The fire is also in us. We are not powerless. Every day, Avaaz members like you are proving that -- through small acts of fierce compassion that ripple across the world: As the Taliban hunts down women activists, our donations are helping them to reach safety, right now. When Indigenous leaders face immediate danger for protecting the Amazon, Avaaz members are helping to fund 24/7 security. And when Sudan's emergency kitchens ran out of food, risking the lives of thousands and thousands, members chipped in to try to get them running again. This is what global solidarity looks like -- and the world needs it more than ever. Now, if 10,000 of us make a small weekly donation, we can grow this life-saving work to meet the crucial moment we're in. If you've ever thought of donating, please give what you can now:

Dear friends, We've faced dark times before -- but not anything like this. Authoritarianism is spreading like wildfire, igniting wars, silencing dissent, and tearing down human rights. The news is a cascade of horror. Trump jokes about building hotels on the graves of Gaza's children. Students are being arrested for speaking out, Indigenous leaders are under threat for defending the Amazon -- and countless families are starving in war zones around the world. Just when we need global solidarity the most, governments are slashing aid and walking away from global commitments. But here's the thing: The fire is also in us. We are not powerless. Every day, Avaaz members like you are proving that -- through small acts of fierce compassion that ripple across the world: As the Taliban hunts down women activists, our donations are helping them to reach safety, right now. When Indigenous leaders face immediate danger for protecting the Amazon, Avaaz members are helping to fund 24/7 security. And when Sudan's emergency kitchens ran out of food, risking the lives of thousands and thousands, members chipped in to try to get them running again. This is what global solidarity looks like -- and the world needs it more than ever. Now, if 10,000 of us make a small weekly donation, we can grow this life-saving work to meet the crucial moment we're in. If you've ever thought of donating, please give what you can now: I'LL DONATE R$5 WEEKLY I'LL DONATE R$10 WEEKLY I'LL DONATE R$15 WEEKLY OTHER AMOUNT As one Avaaz donor said last month: "I can't fight Musk or Putin alone. But with Avaaz, my small act joins a tsunami of hope." Together, we're not just resisting the worst -- we're building something better. Because we know that real hope and lasting change doesn't trickle down from the top. It rises from the grassroots. With your support this year, we can: Rescue lives and protect civilians in Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine and beyond -- and campaign to end the wars; Stand with Indigenous communities defending the Earth's most precious ecosystems from drilling and destruction; Back grassroots defenders and youth leaders fighting for democracy in Spain, Brazil, Germany and elsewhere; Launch a global storytelling lab to hateful propaganda and authoritarian narratives with truth, hope, and collective power; Organise a digital rebellion to protect kids from tech addiction and force Big Tech to be accountable. If you're ready to turn your fire into action, then join us. If you can, please start a regular donation today: I'LL DONATE R$5 WEEKLY I'LL DONATE R$10 WEEKLY I'LL DONATE R$15 WEEKLY OTHER AMOUNT Everything Avaaz does is entirely funded by people like you -- we don't take a cent from governments or billionaires. Every donation is a stand for solidarity, dignity, and human rights. And when we come together, we're capable of extraordinary things. This moment demands nothing less. With deep respect and fierce determination, Bert, Nell, Chris, Antonia, Adela, and the whole team at Avaaz More information: The Uphill Battle to Safeguard Rights (Freedom House) "It's shameful": Amazon Indigenous people call for oil drilling ban at COP30 (Climate Change News) Trump's real-estate instincts clash with his America First worldview (BBC)

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Urgent appeal: 48 hours to save 14,000 babies

The UN just warned: 14,000 babies in Gaza could die within 48 hours because of Israel's aid blockade. This is an urgent appeal to save these babies' lives. The UK, Canada, and France have stepped up pressure on Israel and it's starting to work – now we need to get leaders everywhere to demand Israel let food and aid in! Sign and share now. The UN just warned: 14,000 babies in Gaza could die within 48 hours.  This is an urgent appeal to be part of a massive cry demanding Israel lift its deadly blockade. After the UK, France, and Canada ramped up pressure last week, Israel let in five aid trucks with desperately needed baby food – it's totally inadequate but it shows that Israel can be moved if enough governments act.  It's easy to get paralyzed in the face of this horrific war, but if there is even a shred of possibility that we can help move governments to save these babies, we have to try and we have to do it now. Massive attention and political pressure works if we can make it loud enough, fast enough. In the next 48 hours we have to help convince key leaders to demand Israel let food, medicine, and fuel in. Please sign and, crucially, share this call now:

The UN just warned: 14,000 babies in Gaza could die within 48 hours because of Israel's aid blockade. This is an urgent appeal to save these babies' lives. The UK, Canada, and France have stepped up pressure on Israel and it's starting to work – now we need to get leaders everywhere to demand Israel let food and aid in! Sign and share now. SIGN NOW Dear friends, The UN just warned: 14,000 babies in Gaza could die within 48 hours.  This is an urgent appeal to be part of a massive cry demanding Israel lift its deadly blockade. After the UK, France, and Canada ramped up pressure last week, Israel let in five aid trucks with desperately needed baby food – it's totally inadequate but it shows that Israel can be moved if enough governments act.  It's easy to get paralyzed in the face of this horrific war, but if there is even a shred of possibility that we can help move governments to save these babies, we have to try and we have to do it now. Massive attention and political pressure works if we can make it loud enough, fast enough. In the next 48 hours we have to help convince key leaders to demand Israel let food, medicine, and fuel in. Please sign and, crucially, share this call now: Yes, I will help save 14,000 babies in Gaza from starving. Two million people are being starved in the Gaza Strip as Israel blocks tonnes of food from entering the border.  The UK, Canada, and France are calling out the "intolerable" level of human suffering. They warned if Israel doesn't cease this military attack and lift restrictions on humanitarian aid, they'll take joint concrete action. Now is the time to demand more leaders join this call and ensure the UK, Canada, and France don't back down.  Our governments need to know they have huge public support here. We can't look away as 14,000 babies are killed and we won't. If we can make this call large enough, Avaaz staff will make sure it reaches key leaders in days. Yes, I will help save 14,000 babies in Gaza from starving. It can feel impossible to know what to do in these situations, when the worst is happening right in front of our eyes. And we're talking about babies here - 14,000 of the most vulnerable people who just need food and medicine. It's time to come together and demand action - that's the only thing that's ever worked.  With hope, determination, and intense sadness, Patricia, Sarah, Kaitlin, Nell, Mo and the whole Avaaz team More information: First Thing: UN says 14,000 babies could die in Gaza in next 48 hours under Israeli aid blockade (The Guardian) Jeremy Bowen: Goodwill running out as UK, France and Canada demand Israel end Gaza offensive (BBC) Israel lets limited aid into Gaza, as Netanyahu says allies can't tolerate "images of mass famine"(CBS News)

Avaaz is a 70-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 18 countries on 6 continents and operates in 22 languages. Learn about some of Avaaz's biggest campaigns here, or follow us on Facebook, X, or Instagram. You became a member of the Avaaz movement and started receiving these emails when you signed "Community Petitions Site" on 2016-08-14 using the email address iphone108@gmail.com. To ensure that Avaaz messages reach your inbox, please add avaaz@avaaz.org to your address book. To change your email address, language settings, or other personal information, contact us, or simply go here to unsubscribe. To contact Avaaz, please do not reply to this email. Instead, write to us at www.avaaz.org/en/contact . 27 Union Square West Suite 500 New York, NY 10003