An American detained in Russia for marijuana possession has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. The government has reportedly done nothing to help secure his release. Advocate on behalf of this left-behind teacher.
Russia’s deadly invasion of Ukraine threatens to spill over into neighboring nations. Demand one of the world’s most formative alliances do everything possible to prevent this devastating outcome.
One of the strangest and most captivating pioneers of the sea could soon go extinct. Relentless fin harvesting has nearly sealed the great hammerhead shark’s fate. Join the fight to rescue this embattled species before it’s too late.
Each year workers face increased health risks as temperatures rise because of climate change. Call on Congress to protect laborers.
LGBTQ+ Afghans are at risk of physical and sexual assault in makeshift refugee camps. Their best hope is safe passage to a LGBTQ+ friendly country. Call on US officials to provide sanctuary to these refugees.
Polio is rearing its head in regions once thought free of the potentially paralyzing and deadly disease. Demand global health leaders step up to provide equal and safe vaccine access.
More plant and animal species are vanishing by the day while humanity turns a blind and guilty eye. Demand global leaders take real action to protect endangered species from extinction.
Unprecedented and deadly heatwaves are being experienced around the globe, taking many lives and burning the natural world to the ground. The climate disaster is happening now and must be addressed. Demand President Biden declare climate change a national emergency.
Australia’s largest aerial predator has spent years as the prey of humans. These important birds now face an even bigger threat in unrelenting habitat loss. Demand this eco-diverse region safeguard one of its most iconic inhabitants.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization has grown two members stronger with the admission of Finland and Sweden. Applaud this needed security win in an increasingly destabilized geopolitical landscape.
In response to an outbreak of canine rabies, Indonesia has taken to killing thousands of dogs to try and eradicate the disease. Encourage the U.S. to supply Indonesia with rabies vaccinations to save the lives of rabies afflicted humans and dogs.
The prime minister of the United Kingdom is clinging to power amidst a wave of scandals and resignations, threatening to destabilize this region and far beyond. Demand action to quell this crisis of confidence in leadership.
President Biden’s upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia comes down to two choices: acquiescence or accountability. Demand the president hold Saudi leaders to account for their alleged violations and crimes.
A night of celebration transformed into a life-changing and life-ending tragedy for South African teens. At least 21 young people died from unknown causes at a local nightclub. Call for a full investigation into liquor-selling establishments accused of illegally putting young lives at risk.
Australia’s solution to the climate crisis is receiving big-money payouts from polluters while getting little actual benefit in return. Their carbon credit program may actually be enabling climate change. Call for a full review and reform of this misleading government-led scam.
A killer earthquake has compounded the humanitarian crisis in an already-suffering Afghanistan. Demand restoration of aid to these grieving and shattered communities.
Refugees are traveling as far as 4,000 miles to escape threats to their lives in Rwanda, the former site of deplorable genocide. Demand a key place of refuge not slam their doors on desperate families.
Reducing methane could give the world a fighting chance in the battle against climate change. Two powerful industries are standing in the way of this progress with a refusal to amend their ways. Demand influential meat and dairy organizations find a better way forward.
The world’s most famous circus will reintroduce itself to audiences without the exploitation and potential abuse of innocent animals. Applaud the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for sparing elephants, tigers, and lions from a lifetime of misery.
Oceans and beaches across the globe are littered with plastic pollution. Bottles, wrappers, and other trash kill countless marine animals every day. Demand global leaders commit to stopping this environmental destruction.
Widespread hunger and famine could result from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The under-siege nation currently cannot export its grains and other essential foods that help feed hundreds of millions of people around the world. Urge global alliances to help end Russian blockades that are costing lives.
Despite years of efforts to free SeaWorld’s orcas, this amusement park chain is still imprisoning these majestic animals for the entertainment and profit of humans. Demand SeaWorld release its remaining orcas into the wild or an accredited sanctuary.
Fish, turtles, and other marine life are in danger because the climate crisis is choking beaches with piles of potentially destructive seaweed. Demand solutions to address this growing ecological risk.
The Russian military is once again rolling into Eastern Europe to conquer and oppress its neighbors. Ask NATO’s leaders to protect more innocent countries from facing the tragic fate of Ukraine.
Elephants are dying tragically after eating toxic plastic from landfills. Call for action to combat this deadly crisis.
