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- 1Philippines named deadliest Asian country for environmental defenders▼Philippines is the deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, report finds
A new report finds the Philippines is the deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, with activists and land defenders facing lethal violence while protecting forests, land and natural resources. The finding places the Philippines among the world's most dangerous countries for people documenting environmental harm, prompting renewed calls for accountability and protection of defenders.
- 2Water defenders gather at "Abrazo de Mendoza" against environmental criminalization▼“Abrazo de Mendoza”: defensoras y defensores del agua se reúnen frente a la criminalización ambiental Leer: https://www.
Water defenders and environmental activists are meeting in Mendoza, Argentina, under the banner "Abrazo de Mendoza", in response to what they describe as the growing criminalization of environmental protest. The gathering brings together communities and organizations concerned about legal actions taken against those defending water resources, and is being reported by independent media covering human rights and environmental struggles in the region.
- 3Activists rally to defend the coast at Santa Barbara's West Beach▼Activists stand up to defend the coast in environmental rally at Santa Barbara’s West Beach
Environmental activists gathered at West Beach in Santa Barbara, California, for a rally in defence of the coastline. Organisers and attendees called attention to threats facing the local shore and urged stronger protection of coastal resources. The event drew local coverage, with participants stressing that community action is needed to keep the beach and surrounding waters safe from development and pollution.
- 4Activists Rally to Defend the Coast at Santa Barbara's West Beach●Activists stand up to defend the coast in environmental rally at Santa Barbara West Beach
Environmental activists gathered at Santa Barbara's West Beach for a rally in defense of the coastline. The event, covered by the Santa Barbara News-Press, brought together campaigners calling for protection of the local coast. Details on the specific demands, organizers, and size of the crowd remain limited.