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Hi friends,
We are officially less than a month from historic trial in Montana!
Three weeks from today, Our Children’s Trust attorneys, the 16 young people we represent, and our co-counsel from Western Environmental Law Center and McGarvey Law will begin presenting our compelling arguments and irrefutable evidence to Judge Kathy Seeley in the First Judicial District Court in Helena, Montana.
Join Us for the First Ever Constitutional Climate Trial in U.S. History!
The 16 youth plaintiffs in Held v. State of Montana who head to trial to protect their constitutional right to a safe climate in just three weeks!
Save the Dates
Trial will take place from June 12-23. Mark your calendar today and make plans to watch this historic trial LIVE!
Bookmark this webpage – bit.ly/MTClimateTrial – where you’ll find everything you need to know about trial in Montana, including how to attend in-person or watch online as well as actions you can take in support of the youth plaintiffs. We’ll also post daily updates, photos, videos, and more to this site once trial begins!
The Eyes of the World Will Be on Montana. Let's Amplify This Historic Moment in Our Democracy!
Trial for this youth-led case has already attracted a lot of major press attention – from the front page of The New York Times to Rolling Stone and VICE – and national media will be following the trial closely both in Helena and online.
Show Your Support
Act today and show your support for these young climate leaders by writing a letter to the editor or submitting an op-ed to your local paper! This kind of community-driven appeal is especially powerful for spreading the word to neighbors, networks, and new supporters who you can inform and inspire to stand with these youth before our third branch of government. Here’s a toolkit with tips and suggestions to get you started!
Invest in Children's Rights
One more critical thing you can do today: make a gift to support and honor the 16 Held v. State of Montana youth plaintiffs. Your donation is an investment in the right of all children to thrive in a safe climate for their physical and emotional health; for their access to education, food, recreation, and cultural practices; and for the safety of their homes and communities. It is with your support that Our Children’s Trust is able to represent the children of today and tomorrow to protect their right to a life-sustaining climate. And with your steadfast support, we are going to protect children’s rights.
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