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Dear John

All of us here at Population Matters want to express our shared concern at
the COVID-19 outbreak and its impacts upon people and societies globally.
At PM, we are fortunate in that we already all work from home, so it
hasn’t had the impact on us that many other organisations are facing. We
have had to cancel or postpone some plans, but we’re continuing with our
core work and thank you, as always, for your support. We very much hope all
our members and supporters are staying safe and following the best medical
and official advice.

We are inspired by the tireless work of health care professionals and
communities around the world and call on governments to do all they can to
protect lives and livelihoods. That also means that those of us in richer
countries should not forget that the virus could have an even more
devastating impact where people are poorer and infrastructure and health
services are weaker. At a time when borders are closing, it’s important
we pull together as a global community.

You may have heard about the links between recent pandemics like
coronavirus and the destruction of our natural environment. We hope this
dire situation will be a wake-up call for world leaders that stronger
environmental policy won’t just protect nature, but protect human life
too. You can read our recent blog post on this topic here [3].

Finally, we hope you are able to spend some time in nature, if you can, as
there is nothing quite like it to lower stress levels and feel connection
in this time of social distancing! I also recommend our YouTube channel
[4]. You’ll find a trove of interesting and entertaining short videos on
there to fill some of the long hours.

Enjoy the small things - for me it's the blossoms, courting birds and
buzzing bees - and please do take care of yourselves and each other.

Kind regards,

Robin Maynard
Director
Population Matters

135-137 Station Road, London E4 6AG, UK
Registered company no 3019081, Charity 1114109
© 2020 Population Matters

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