The J26 March
A Global Day of Action!
June 26, 2002
Convergence - 6am (yes, 6am!!)
What?
Fight the G8 on three different grounds. On June 26, 2002, come to one of three convergence points to openly oppose the G8! These marches are unsanctioned and will block traffic in the core of Calgary. A diversity of tactics will be respected.
How?
Through Capitalist Global Economic Systems, the G8 manipulate and control the lives of many, through exploitation and oppression. J26 will be a day of global actions. In Calgary, we will disrupt the local economic system in solidarity with other regional actions. As a result of the J26 March, downtown Calgary will be gridlocked during the morning hours.
Where?
1. Eau Clare Market (2 Street & 2 Avenue SW). Gather here to oppose the "G8's Vision of Global Economic Expansion".
OR 2. Fort Calgary (750 - 9th Avenue SE). Gather here to oppose the "Neo-Colonialism in Africa".
OR 3. Shaw Millennium Park (1220 - 9th Avenue SW). Gather here to oppose "G8 War on Terrorism"
Bring your drums, banners, instruments, literature, etc..
Why?
The G8 (group of 8) is an informal partnership of the leaders of the 7 most industrialized nations in the world, and Russia. These governments have been responsible for theft and appropriation, suppression of social movements, and a continued program of neo-colonialism, all under the guise of economic development. One of the focuses on the agenda at this year's Summit is NEPAD (New Partnership for Africa's Development). The G8 calls it an African initiative, however, NEPAD was devised without consultation whatsoever with African trade unions, social movements or community organizations. Numerous groups have clearly rejected NEPAD. Among other things they criticize the privatization of public services that have made things like education, health care and water unaffordable and inaccessible. Also on the G8 agenda is the so-called "War on Terrorism". This "War" is being used by G8 leaders to lend moral authority to continued contro
Hit the G8 where it hurts!!
Join us to disrupt the global economy in the Belly of the Beast!!
Principles for J26 March: