Urge parkrun to Discontinue Use of the X Social Media Platform


Urge parkrun to Discontinue Use of the X Social Media Platform
The Issue
As a parkrun event director, I have dedicated myself to creating a space of inclusivity, health, and community. However, connections to the X social media platform that propagate hate speech, particularly antisemitism, are not conducive to this vision. The X social media platform has seen a drastic increase in instances of antisemitism and other forms of hate speech (refer to the 4 Feb 2025 statement from X Out Hate here: https://www.xouthate.org/ This alarming trend contradicts the core ideals of parkrun, which prides itself on being a global community that is open to everyone. We implore parkrun worldwide to take a stand against hate speech by discontinuing the use of the X platform, moving instead towards more responsible and inclusive social media channels. This change can demonstrate parkrun’s active commitment to a "guiding ethos of creating an environment that is inclusive, fun and positive." (parkrun Principles, Culture: https://volunteer.parkrun.com/hc/en-us/articles/16758518296722-1-2-Culture) We need your signature to help support this crucial initiative. Please, sign this petition now. If you are willing, please indicate your home parkrun and event leadership role, if applicable. Thank you!

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The Issue
As a parkrun event director, I have dedicated myself to creating a space of inclusivity, health, and community. However, connections to the X social media platform that propagate hate speech, particularly antisemitism, are not conducive to this vision. The X social media platform has seen a drastic increase in instances of antisemitism and other forms of hate speech (refer to the 4 Feb 2025 statement from X Out Hate here: https://www.xouthate.org/ This alarming trend contradicts the core ideals of parkrun, which prides itself on being a global community that is open to everyone. We implore parkrun worldwide to take a stand against hate speech by discontinuing the use of the X platform, moving instead towards more responsible and inclusive social media channels. This change can demonstrate parkrun’s active commitment to a "guiding ethos of creating an environment that is inclusive, fun and positive." (parkrun Principles, Culture: https://volunteer.parkrun.com/hc/en-us/articles/16758518296722-1-2-Culture) We need your signature to help support this crucial initiative. Please, sign this petition now. If you are willing, please indicate your home parkrun and event leadership role, if applicable. Thank you!

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Petition created on February 4, 2025