recent entries from our blog

Indonesian police fire on gold mine protesters

Friends of the Earth International is shocked to learn of an attack by the Australian mining company Arc Exploration and the Indonesian security forces on 24 December against members of the Anti-Mining People’s Front (FRAT) during a peaceful protest at the Sape Harbour, Sumbawa, Indonesia.

Lands and Rights in Troubled Waters

Friends of the Earth Colombia (CENSAT), civil society organisations and universities have got together to work on a joint project to address conflicts over natural resources, human rights and land rights.

Hundreds Occupy Belo Monte Dam Site in Brazilian Amazon

A statement from our friends at Amazon Watch about a recent demonstration opposing the Belo Monte dam.

Stop the Belo Monte Monster Dam!

Saturday 20 and Monday 22 August are International Days of Action to defend the Brazilian Amazon. Several demonstrations are taking place around the world. Find out how you can get involved.

Move the Commonwealth Games Out Of Sri Lanka Wilderness

Sri Lanka is bidding to host the Commonwealth Games in 2018 yet the area they propose to build the stadia is currently home to several species of endangered wildlife. Call on the government to withdraw their disastrous bid.