Friends,

While the COVID-19 crisis rages, we at 350 Mass and our allies in the movement for climate justice know that while we act in solidarity with those on the front-lines now, we must continue the fight to prevent the coming climate catastrophe.

You may have heard about the new study from Washington State University that's adding terrifying detail to our crisis. It found that, if greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, about 30% of people "will live in places with an average temperature above 29°C (84.2°F) within 50 years." It's unimaginable.

The pandemic has shown us the disastrous consequences of government inaction and misinformation. It's also teaching us that we have untapped wells of strength and bravery. We must strengthen our connections with people and organizations focused on all aspects of our collective fight for survival and justice.

Every day, I'm more and more grateful for the 350 Mass community. See below for opportunities to take action and join a node meeting or a working group. Let's forge a path toward a just and sustainable future together.

In solidarity,
Alan Palm
Director of Organizing

Week of Action to Stop the Weymouth Compressor Station

Despite the pandemic and the looming threat to our climate, the Weymouth Compressor Station is still under construction. Allies of FRRACS (Fore River Residents Against the Compressor Station) have launched a week of action to shut down construction of the station during the pandemic. They're calling on a different agency every day of the week to build pressure against the compressor station. To take part, see the list of actions here!

Other 350 Mass News

Keep the Momentum Going to Stop the Money Pipeline: Thanks to those who joined our Stop The Money Pipeline Massachusetts webinar! Even if you weren't able to make it, there are tons of ways to follow up and take action:

• Sign up to leave reviews for Chase and give it an F on climate.
• Sign a petition to protect indigenous sovereignty against gas pipelines.
• Sign a petition to get JP Morgan Chase to dump Lee Raymond, Exxon's climate denial mastermind, off their board (he's already been demoted!)
• Share the video on the campaign.
• Invite your friends and family to join the Massachusetts campaign and the national campaign.

Online Concert to Benefit 350 MA: Join us for the first virtual concert in the Playing for the Planet series! Hear exquisite, heartfelt music from artists representing six different musical traditions, from South Indian Veena to Brazilian Choro to Swedish Folk and more. Sign up and donate here. Sat, May 9, 7 pm.

Sign a Petition to Build Back Better:  Support the 350 Mass North Shore and Greater Lowell nodes in their efforts to show their representatives that the people of Massachusetts demand action to address the climate crisis, reduce pollution, invest in infrastructure, and create good jobs. Sign here.

We Need Your Photos: Do you have any great pics or short videos of 350 Mass rallies, meetings, and other activities? We're looking for photos of our volunteers taking action, smiling, and having a great time! Please upload them here.

Stay in the Loop with Climate Courage: Because of the pandemic, 350 Mass' direct action wing, Climate Courage, has had to adjust their plans. Sign up here to stay in the loop about future actions.

Write a Letter to the Editor: There has never been a better time to take part in 350 Mass' Letters to the Editor (LTE) team. Want to join? Email Alan Palm, Director of Organizing, to find out more! Our members have a great success rate in getting letters published! Here are some recent letters:

• Boston Globe: Science won't help us if it's not tied to a more equitable society.

Other Better Future Project News

We're Hiring a Digital Organizer & Communications Specialist: 350 Mass is looking for an experienced, strategic, and collaborative individual to lead our communications and digital organizing efforts. The Digital Organizer & Communications Specialist will support the statewide volunteer network of 350 Mass in using communications and digital tools for on-the-ground actions and in-person meetings as well as decentralized statewide campaigns. Read how to apply here.

Other Climate Movement News

Urge Liberty Mutual to Stop Funding the Climate Crisis: Liberty Mutual is a huge backer of the tar sands sector, which spells disaster for the climate and Indigenous rights. Are you a Liberty Mutual policyholder? You have a unique platform to voice concerns. Sign up here.

Take an Online Training from 350.org: If you're stuck at home and you want to take your climate activism to the next level, try these online skill-ups from 350.org. Learn more about the science of climate change, discover how to have effective climate conversations, and find out how to run a grassroots campaign.

Sign a Petition Calling for a Moratorium on Construction of Pipeline Projects and Export Facilities: Our nation’s leading decisionmakers are charged with protecting all the people of our nation, including the health, safety, and rights of future generations. A moratorium on pipeline construction is needed to protect us all. Sign here.

Solidarity Opportunities

Stand With the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe: The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, the very tribe that welcomed the Pilgrims in the 1600s, is at risk of losing what is left of their homelands due to a determination made by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Sign a petition to support the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation Reaffirmation Act (HR.312).

Online Course—Don’t Kvetch, Organize: Learn how to organize in a time of pandemic. Over the course of eight weeks (May 18-Jul 11), participants delve deeply into the fundamentals of social justice and community organizing and grapple with how they relate to Jewish traditions and values. Learn how to make a difference on the issues you care about. Register here.

Demand a People's Bailout: As nurses and grocery clerks keep the country running, Congress is developing a relief and recovery package to address the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. We need a swift, inclusive bailout, by and for the people. Add your voice here.

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