On Wednesday 17 September, people from all over Wales flocked to Cardiff in a huge show of support for urgent action to tackle the nature and climate crisis.
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The Act Now, Change Forever mass lobby invited MSs to sit down with constituents and discuss the nature and climate issues most important to them.
RSPB Cymru joined forces with Climate Cymru and many other organisations and individuals to plan the event. Organisers scheduled meetings with MSs throughout the day and were pleased to see representatives from across the country in attendance.
In addition to the lobby, the day included a craftivism workshop, a panel event with MSs and a young people’s discussion session.
Participants were encouraged to take a selfie and ‘ruffle some feathers’, by writing what changes they would like to see for nature in Wales, on a paper feather and adding it to RSPB Cymru’s ‘wings of hope’ installation.
Events like this remind us that democracy isn’t just about elections — it’s about showing up, speaking out, and holding leaders to account.
The Welsh government is considering critical decisions around farming, nature, climate and community, and there’s a Senedd election on the horizon. If you care about the future – about wildlife, green jobs, renewable energy or your community – your voice matters”.
Thanks to everyone who attended and stood up for nature.
