The Glasgow Climate
Action Network
Our vision
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
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
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.
