A new generation of international trade deals – TTIP, CETA and TISA – would give multinational companies even more influence. How would they affect our lives, our democracy and people in the global south? Global Justice Reading says that people matter more and should take back power and control.
Wed 22 Oct 7.30pm – Film “Not a Very Green Revolution’. This film shows the aftermath of the Green Revolution in NW India and argues for a system where the majority, not corporate interests, controls our resources. Followed by a discussion about more sustainable systems of food production
2nd August – Stall at Earley Green Fair
12th July – Day of action against TTIP, Reading town centre
12th November – WDM stall “Stop Big Business Cashing-In On Aid“, Reading College, Kings Road, Reading, RG1 4HJ
9th November – CARBON CAPITAL TOUR EVENT
17 October, 7.30pm – Gambling on food futures talk, RISC, 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS
Big investment banks like Barclays, are betting on the price of staple foods such as wheat, maize and soya. This is causing food prices to rise and making people go hungry. Find out what WDM is doing at EU and UK level and how you can make a difference with WDM food campaigner Christine Haigh.
http://groups.globaljustice.org.uk/reading/
15 October, 7.30 to 8.30pm – Stall in RISC foyer, RISC, 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS
Focusing on the ‘Stop betting on hunger campaign’. Bankers gambling on food in financial markets have forced prices up and brought hunger and poverty to families around the world. WDM is fighting for tough new rules to protect the poor. Contact Jackie Oversby on 0118 987 3623or jackieoversby@yahoo.co.uk
5th October – Food Speculation Stall held at the Reading Town Meal, Forbury Gardens.
27 September, 7.30pm – ‘Growing change’ film screening, RISC, 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS
This 60 minute film documents the rise of the food sovereignty movement in Venezuela. Followed by a talk and discussion with Heidi Chow, WDM food campaigner
