Press Release
For Immediate Release
Date: January 18, 2025
Stand for Our Rights: A Call for Democracy and Equality
We believe in the fundamental right to peacefully express our views and come together with others in the pursuit of justice. It is our right to participate in marches, protests, and demonstrations, as guaranteed by international human rights laws, including Article 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights.
Today, we are calling on authorities to respect and uphold our freedom to assemble and to allow for open, peaceful expression. Our petition highlights the importance of:
Right to Protest
Freedom of Assembly
Freedom of Association
Limitations and Safeguards
Article 11 in Action
Our cause includes calls for action on issues ranging from environmental protection to the rights of workers, young people, and all individuals entitled to protest under Human Rights Act 10. We stand united for the protection of:
People’s Walk for Wildlife
Protests during the Coronavirus Lockdown
Protest Rights for the Public Sector
Protest Rights for Youth and All Citizens
Our Demands:
Transparency – We demand open access to information and decision-making processes.
Accountability – We call for those in power to be held responsible for their actions.
Paris Agreement – Full commitment to the global climate action framework.
Freedom of Expression – Uphold the right to voice dissent and advocate for change.
Citizen Assembly – A platform for ordinary people to shape policies that affect them.
New British Voting System – Reforming the electoral process to ensure fairness and representation.
Acknowledgement of Equal Equity – Ensuring all citizens have equal access to opportunities, regardless of their background.
This is a call to action for all those who believe in international democracy and the fundamental rights of every individual. Together, we can create the change we seek by addressing the systemic shortcomings in our society.
Join us in making a stand. Stand up for your rights. Stand up for justice. Stand up for change.
For further information and to show your support, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Contact: Fridays For Future Richmond | Aquayemi-Claude G. Akinsanya
Contact Us, Sign the Petition #TheClaudesSENLaw, Website | GCBR and TCSLC
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