The Glasgow Climate
Action Network
Our vision
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A sustainable, equal and resilient future with connected, collaborative and empowered communities at the centre:
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Sustainability – meeting present needs without compromising those of the future, this includes resources, environment and social wellbeing
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Equality – always aiming for equal rights and opportunities for all people
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Resilience – communities and resources which can support all people to withstand the crises we face
Purpose
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​To collaborate between local community groups, sharing knowledge and resources to empower each other for climate action.
Aims
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To support collaboration and sharing, of knowledge and resources, between community groups
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To support and develop community led climate action in the Glasgow area
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To support communities to contribute to local, regional and national decision making
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To highlight the links between climate change and other issues and inequalities, using it as a unifying issue
Core methods
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Connecting
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Collaborating
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Supporting
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Learning
Network values
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Honesty and transparency
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Listening, being curious about our different and shared values and ideas
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Respect, including for each other’s time
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Awareness of power dynamics and roles held
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Encouraging diversity and inclusivity
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Any voluntary group or organisation in Glasgow who shares our vision and wants to be part of a more connected solution to climate change is welcome to join the network.
The "our climate our future" mural was developed as part of a project with Rags to Riches, local artist Molly Hankinson and the children from Govanhill Youth Club. Find out more here.
