Whatever taking action looks like to you – from signing a petition, to joining a non-violent direct action – together they’re all a vital part of creating the green and peaceful future we all need. To change the world, it’s going to take all of us having the courage to stand up for what we know is right. Begin that journey today.
Things you can do
We act with hope and determination. We take on the impossible. We are everyday people connected around the world, embarking on a billion acts of courage. Join us today.
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UN Climate Change Conference – COP29
Now in its 29th year and facing a crucial moment, the UN Climate Change Conference must agree on a new climate finance package. Finance is a cornerstone of global cooperation on climate change and a central component of the Paris Agreement’s commitments. Climate justice can only be achieved when we end the root cause of…
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Help Families Displaced by the war on lebanon
As the devastating war on Lebanon unfolds, more than one million people have been displaced, with countless families and individuals facing dire circumstances. Now, more than ever, they need your help.
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A Breath of Fresh Air: Everyone deserves clean air
What comes to mind when you think of clean air? A beautiful landscape? Exercising outdoors? Picnicking in the park with loved ones or riding a bike? Submit your photo now and be a part of the change.
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Protect what you love!
Join us on a humble journey through the magical world of Mother Nature, to the land we rely on every day for the air we breathe and the water we drink. This land is our home, our source of livelihood, and a legacy for our children and grandchildren.
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COP28
The 28th UN Climate Conference is taking place at the end of a year when we saw record temperatures, thousands of people dying in floods in Libya and Algeria and wildfires spreading across Syria, Tunisia, and Lebanon. We are in a race against the climate crisis clock and it’s accelerating fast, so world leaders need…
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JOIN THE MOVEMENT TOGETHER FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
Join a community of forward-thinkers, visionaries and futurists who are working collectively to plant the seeds for a better future for our region, together we will rewrite and reshape the pathways of a just, healthy and sustainable future for our region. Join a movement calling for a region where communities thrive, the planet flourishes with…
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Reasons why to donate to Greenpeace
The urgency of taking action against the climate crisis cannot be overstated. It threatens the very existence of our planet and calls for immediate attention. By donating to Greenpeace MENA, individuals can actively contribute to safeguarding the environment for future generations. In this article, we will explore the reasons why donating to Greenpeace can make…
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Climate Justice Camp
The Climate Justice Camp is a unique annual event that brings together hundreds of youth from across the Global South to build power in their journey towards climate justice!
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Ocean Pollution and Risks, and Supporting Greenpeace’s Work for Ocean Protection
The world’s oceans play a vital role in sustaining life on Earth, yet they face unprecedented threats from pollution and human activities. On this World Oceans Day, let us raise awareness about the dangers our oceans face and explore actionable steps we can take to protect them.
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ARZEPAY A CEDAR TREE INITIATIVE BY GREENPEACE MENA
The survival of the Lebanese Cedar, a symbol of strength is in question. With warming temperatures and prolonged drought conditions, the cedars have become more exposed to environmental conditions unsustainable for their survival.
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Environmental Quiz
Take our environmental quiz to see how sustainable your lifestyle habits really are, and what possible impactful actions you can take.
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#ClimateJusticeNow
The Middle East and North Africa is warming at twice the global average – impacts are being seen in communities and the natural world throughout the region.
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Climate justice for the MENA youth.
Climate change is bad for everyone, but it is making some people’s lives worse. The basic essentials for good health and well-being of our generation, food, air and water, are all being heavily affected. The current economic system that was chosen by the Global North has created the climate disaster we now face and has…
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The climate justice clock is ticking.
The MENA region is particularly impacted by the adverse effects of climate change in every possible way. Children, women, indigenous communities, properties, crops and ecosystems are daily being reduced to mere figures and stories of climate change victims. They are our sisters, our brothers, our homes, our livelihood, our serenity and our culture.
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Have You Experienced the Impacts of Climate Change?
Since climate change is one of the most serious threats facing the Middle East and North Africa, and as part of our awareness project to combat and adapt to its impacts, we want to hear from you, and from citizens across the region who are witnessing the changes around them caused by global warming.
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Extreme Heat Waves and Wildfires: How to deal with them?
As temperatures keep rising to historic highs due to climate change, wildfires are becoming more frequent and severe in almost every region of the world. Therefore, it is necessary to spread awareness on how to prevent and deal with them. It is common knowledge that the culprit is climate change, so let us be prepared!
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This is an Arab crisis
It is time for the Arab States to rise to the occasion and prevent one of the worst oil spills in history with devastating impacts for our region.
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FSO-SAFER: A ticking time bomb
FSO Safer is a floating oil storage and offloading vessel that is moored in the Red Sea north of the Yemeni city of Al Hudaydah . Safer was built in 1976 by the Hitachi Zosen Corporation in Japan as the oil tanker Esso Japan.
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Ummah for Earth, why should we be joining?
Our Ummah is amazing. YOU are amazing. We’re resilient. We’re smart. We’re in all corners of the world. With all of us working together, we can seriously save the earth.
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An alternative economy: justice between the environmental and economic aspects
The series of webinars organized by Greenpeace and the Arab Forum for Alternatives around “An alternative economy: justice between the environmental and economic aspects” have been concluded with a series of comprehensive academic papers around the subject.
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Better Days Are Coming Ramadan 2020
This ramadan i pledge to make a better world
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OUR VOICE – SAWT
Are you concerned about an environmental issue? The solution is now one step away!
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For a healthy and clean air
More than 90% of the world’s population suffers from toxic outdoor air. Air pollution is estimated to cause more than 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year.
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Renewable Energy Youth
Renewable energy is cheap, sustainable, and already making our planet more green and peaceful. It disrupts corporate energy systems. It’s great for our health and there’s nothing better for our planet. Join the billions of people who are turning their faces to the sun and the wind. You know the future you want, now here’s…
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Join The Movement
Greenpeace has been protecting the environment for decades. We’ve stopped many crimes against the planet and held many corporations responsible for their actions. But there are always more scandals, more crimes and more destruction.
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Create an Antarctic Sanctuary
It would ensure a safe home for future generations of animals, and protect the waters from industrial fishing vessels, currently sucking up the tiny shrimp-like krill, on which all Antarctic life relies. The Antarctic ocean supports an abundance of incredible life: penguins, whales, fish, seals, and colossal squid.
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Defending Our Oceans
Now we have a chance to turn things around, by putting the most vulnerable and important parts of our oceans off-limits to destructive industries. Governments at the UN are starting work on a Global Ocean Treaty that will introduce laws to protect the oceans by creating sanctuaries.
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A Million Acts of Blue
We are calling on people around the world to create a “Million Acts of Blue” — actions to push retailers, corporations and businesses to reduce single-use plastic. It is going to take commitments both large and small to tackle the scale of the current plastic pollution crisis, and we all have a role to play.…
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Sign up for volunteer
Sign up to learn about volunteering with Greenpeace. We will send you details about relevant Greenpeace events, activities and upcoming meetings.
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Fight Climate Change!
Climate change is happening. Those who have contributed the least to the climate crisis are the most at risk. That’s why a growing number of communities are taking legal action: to hold governments and fossil fuel companies accountable and to secure their rights to a stable climate and healthy environment.
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Greenpeace warns in a report: European investments in energy and agriculture may worsen environmental and social harm in the Middle East and North Africa
European investments in energy and agriculture in the region may worsen environmental and social harm. Thus reveals a new report by Greenpeace MENA and the MENAFem Movement for Economic, Development, and Ecological Justice.
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Greenpeace MENA’s Impact Report (2021-2023): Achievements and Milestones
Guided by our vision to safeguard the diversity and richness of our region’s natural treasures, the past three years have been a testament to determination and progress, marked by significant achievements and defining milestones for Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa.
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Greenpeace MENA’s 2024/2025 UAE Wellbeing Economy Award
Greenpeace MENA and Ajman University are excited to announce the call for submissions for the “Wellbeing Economy Award” — 2024/2025. This Award is launched in partnership with Greenpeace MENA, Ajman University and the UAE Universities Climate Network (UCN). We collectively invite researchers, academics, professionals, and young visionaries to contribute innovative, ongoing or published research papers…
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Learn About Plastic Pollution: Why we need a strong Global Plastics Treaty
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, but a strong Global Plastics Treaty must bring an end to it – from production to disposal.