International Day of Action for Rivers

Taking Action for Rivers on March 14

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Water for Life, and NOT for Profit!

Twelve years ago, the first participants of what would become a global event of immeasurable significance inaugurated the International Day of Action in Curitiba, Brazil. They were eager to designate a day of protest against construction of destructive, often privately-owned dams and hydroelectric projects, but also excited to establish a high-profile event to celebrate rivers. Even more importantly, they were poised to create a powerful, multinational network of citizens committed to the preservation of rivers, water and life.

Communities in every region of the world take part in the International Day of Action for Rivers, and March 14th, 2009 was no exception. For our part, International Rivers hosted a film festival at the Gaia Arts Center promoting healthy rivers and communities, called Lights, Camera, Action!

 

JOIN US by organizing your own action in 2010! Let us know about your plans by e-mailing dayofaction [at] internationalrivers [dot] org, and be sure to take lots of photos and share them with us after your event. We look forward to hearing from you!

Download Day of Action Materials!

International Rivers has a full color one-page brochure to inspire groups to participate in the Day of Action. Download the brochure (PDF) or write to dayofaction [at] internationalrivers [dot] org to request copies.

International Rivers has a four-page fact sheet describing past actions around the world. Download the fact sheet (PDF). Currently available for download only.

• See the entire list of Day of Action materials. (Including stickers and translations into many languages)