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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 16h

Privileged to be at the launch of this exhibition celebrating the city's anti racism pioneers - many familiar to our building's community over the decades. Particularly in the face of sickeningly regressive racism from Robert Jenrick & others this week, this is affirming & well worth coming to see.

Kings Heath United Against Racism @khuar.bsky.social · 2d

Birmingham, 6 October 2025 – After two years of planning and dedication, the Birmingham Race Impact Group (BRIG) is proud to unveil Seeking the Pioneers: Routes of Resistance, a landmark exhibition opening at the Library of Birmingham

Seeking the Pioneers: Routes of Resistance — We Are BRIG

Press Release Seeking the Pioneers: Routes of Resistance – Birmingham’s Untold Legacy of Activism New exhibition explores 80 years of solidarity and the fight for racial justice “We are here b...

www.wearebrig.co.uk

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Friends of the Earth @friends-earth.bsky.social · 8d

UK companies cause harm in their global supply chains. For them it’s “just business”. But we call it injustice.

We joined Action Aid UK and Fairtrade UK at Labour party conference calling for action.

Sign👇
https://action.friendsoftheearth.uk/petition/make-corporate-harm-not-just-business

Make sure corporate harm to people and planet isn’t “just business”

Greedy UK companies are raking in billions while devastating wildlife, climate and communities. And UK law lets them get away with it.

action.friendsoftheearth.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 13d

It has been six months since the strike by bin drivers began. The recycling rate has at least halved. Read our latest statement on the environmental effects of the current waste management in Birmingham: birminghamfoe.org.uk/new.../news/...

#Let'sGetItSorted

poster saying "let's get it sorted" and a picture of a bin

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 14d

We stand with #BrumTogether. “We are proud to live in Birmingham — a city built by many cultures, stories and traditions. True pride is inclusive. The best way to show love for Birmingham is through celebrating everyone who calls this city home." Sign here: tinyurl.com/brumtogether...

Brum Together

We are proud to live in Birmingham — a city built by many cultures, stories and traditions. Our diversity is our strength, and that’s what makes this place home. There is nothing wrong with people ...

tinyurl.com

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 16d

TONIGHT, 7pm at the Warehouse - come along to learn about the climate protestors of Just Stop Oil - FREE BOOK TALK with author Jonathon Porritt: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jonathon-p...

Jonathon Porritt: 'Love Anger & Betrayal'. Speaker Tour, Birmingham

Jonathon Porritt, introduces his new book which asks, "What good are science and rational persuasion if no one is paying attention?"

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 19d

We had a great evening watching ACTionism and speaking to Ellie Meredith (despite connection issues), there was also a great discussion afterwards.
If you get the chance to see ACTionism with a group then take it.

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Campaign for National Parks @campaign4parks.bsky.social · 22d

Introducing the Rivers at Risk 💧

We're looking beneath the surface of some iconic and important National Park rivers to highlight key risks and why we need to rescue our rivers.

You can take action for our rivers 👉 www.cnp.org.uk/support/camp...

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 19d

Today's the day! If you're free this evening join us @inthewarehouse.bsky.social at 7pm to watch ACTionism.

Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 28d

Hello Birmingham we're co-hosting a screening of ACTionism with The Plastic Free Gathering UK. The film explores bringing people together to take collective action. There'll be a Q&A with Ellie Meredith the filmmaker, and a chance to socialise.
Full info & booking:
actionnetwork.org/events/film-...

Film Screening: ACTionism
Friday, September 19, 2025
07:00-9:00 PM
The Warehouse 54-57 Allison Street, Birmingham, B5 5TH GB
This is on a dark green background with light green text and a symbol like an old projector. To the right is a film strip with images of scenery, textiles, hands around a bright green plant and a plastic bottle.

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 23d

Hello Birmingham, join us to watch ACTionism, Friday 19th September, 7-9pm @inthewarehouse.bsky.social The film explores coming together to take collective action. There'll be a Q&A with Ellie Meredith the filmmaker, and a chance to socialise.
Full info & booking:
actionnetwork.org/events/film-...

Film Screening: ACTionism

We have teamed up with the organiser of The Plastic Free Gathering (see below for more details) to host a screening of the film, ACTionism, on Friday 19 September, 7PM at the Warehouse. The film expl...

actionnetwork.org

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 28d

Hello Birmingham we're co-hosting a screening of ACTionism with The Plastic Free Gathering UK. The film explores bringing people together to take collective action. There'll be a Q&A with Ellie Meredith the filmmaker, and a chance to socialise.
Full info & booking:
actionnetwork.org/events/film-...

Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 28d

Join us in asking West Midlands Mayor @richardparkerwm.bsky.social to back a bold, fair climate plan that works for people and planet.
action.friendsoftheearth.uk/target/tell-...

Tell your mayor: back a bold and fair climate plan

Our communities need climate leadership. Now more than ever, we need local leaders to act for people and planet. But some newly elected mayors and councillors are already weakening local climate ambit...

action.friendsoftheearth.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Sep 2

We're co-hosting a screening of ACTionism with the Plastic Free Gathering, Friday 19th Sept 7-9pm at @inthewarehouse.bsky.social
The film explores bringing people together for collective action. There'll be a Q&A with with the filmmaker and a chance to socialise.
actionnetwork.org/events/film-...

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Sep 1

Have you heard about the Plastic Free Gathering? Sat 20th September 10am - 6pm at Crowne Plaza Hotel here in Birmingham, and on zoom. There's talks from @greenpeaceuk.bsky.social @partykitnetwork.bsky.social @reuniverse.co @zerowastescotland.bsky.social and more.
www.theplasticfreegathering.co.uk

The Plastic Free Gathering

A one day summit of talks aimed at bringing together everyone concerned about plastic pollution and single-use plastics, to drive forward ambitious action on plastic. It will showcase ground breaking...

www.theplasticfreegathering.co.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Aug 8

📢 Last call!

We are looking for our new Campaigns Coordinator to join our small staff team at The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth.

⭐Applications close on Monday 11 August at 9AM.

For more info and to apply: www.birminghamfoe.org.uk/campaigns-coordinator

#Jobs #Activism #BirminghamUK

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Aug 4

We’re recruiting!

We are looking for our new Campaigns Coordinator for Birmingham Friends of the Earth.

If you are passionate about environmental campaigning, and love supporting and working alongside committed voluntary activists, we’d like to hear from you.

#Birmingham #Charity #Jobs

We’re recruiting – Be our new Campaigns Coordinator!

We are looking for our new Campaigns Coordinator for Birmingham Friends of the Earth. If you are passionate about environmental campaigning, and love supporting and working alongside committed volu…

birminghamfoe.org.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Aug 1

Could you be our next Campaigns Coordinator?

Full information is on our website:
www.birminghamfoe.org.uk/campaigns-coordinator

The closing date and time is 9am Monday 11th August.

We look forward to reading your application!

#Birmingham #Charity #Jobs

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 31

📢 Calling all keen campaigners!

We are looking for our new Campaigns Coordinator to join us at The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth

⭐Applications close on Monday 11 August at 9AM.

For more info and to apply: birminghamfoe.org.uk/campaigns-co...

#charity #jobs #Birmingham

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 31

📖 Looking for something to read this summer? We've got you covered!

🌳 Our Keep Forests, Don't Deforest booklet is jam packet with poems, artwork and information about our Planet Over Profit campaign.

Grab your online copy here: birminghamfoe.org.uk/wp-content/u...

Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 29

This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity.

Could you be our next Campaigns Coordinator?

Full information is on our website: www.birminghamfoe.org.uk/campaigns-coordinator

The deadline is 9am Monday 11th August.

We look forward to reading your application!

#Birmingham #Charity #Jobs

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 27

Our screening of ACTionism on Friday 19th September is in collaboration with the Plastic Free Gathering, which is in Birmingham on 20th September. www.theplasticfreegathering.co.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 27

Come and help us with our campaigns, and join a wonderful community of people who care. The job is open to applications until 9am 11th August.

Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 14

Very exciting job news! 🥳 We're looking for our new Campaigns Coordinator who will be based @inthewarehouse.bsky.social
Passionate about environmental campaigning, and love supporting and working alongside committed voluntary activists? read more here:
birminghamfoe.org.uk/campaigns-co...

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 24

We have teamed up with The Plastic Free Gathering to screen ACTionism, on Friday 19 September, 7pm at @inthewarehouse.bsky.social

The film explores bringing people together to take collective action. We will be joined by the producer for Q&A after. Places limited.
actionnetwork.org/events/film-...

Film Screening: ACTionism

We have teamed up with the organiser of The Plastic Free Gathering (see below for more details) to host a screening of the film, ACTionism, on Friday 19 September, 7PM at the Warehouse. The film expl...

actionnetwork.org

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Friends of the Earth @friends-earth.bsky.social · Jul 24

This is a groundbreaking victory for climate justice and vulnerable countries. Questions remain on the scale of impact, for example with the US not under the authority of the UN court, but there's no doubt of this ruling's significance and implications.👏
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Top UN court says countries can sue each other over climate change

The decision from the world's highest court has been welcomed by developing nations at most risk from climate change.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 14

Very exciting job news! 🥳 We're looking for our new Campaigns Coordinator who will be based @inthewarehouse.bsky.social
Passionate about environmental campaigning, and love supporting and working alongside committed voluntary activists? read more here:
birminghamfoe.org.uk/campaigns-co...

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · Jul 10

Create Festival starts next week at Friction Arts, 19th - 21 July, for those aged 8-18 years old.

We will be bringing our Planet Over Profit campaign to the Arts and Activism day on Sunday 20 July.

More info about the festival here >>>
www.frictionarts.com/project/cret...

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