From Australia to Europe, climate protesters hit the streets

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Thousands of children and adults alike took to the streets across the world – inspired by the activism of Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg – against climate change

Climate activists demanding stronger policies towards bringing down rising global temperatures gather in front of the Chancellery on Sept. 19, 2019 in Berlin, Germany.Rallies were also held in Kenya’s capital Nairobi, Johannesburg and the South African capital, Pretoria.

The protests are partly inspired by the activism of Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg, who has staged weekly demonstrations under the heading “Fridays for Future” over the past year, calling on world leaders to step up their efforts against climate change. Thunberg is expected to speak at the U.N. Climate Action Summit on Monday.

Children in Australia and the Pacific Islands kicked off a millions-strong global climate strike on Sept. 20 – heeding the rallying cry of teen activist Greta Thunberg and demanding adults take action to stave off environmental disaster.Perth student Sutton said she would fail a math exam by attending a protest in the west coast city of Perth.

 

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