14/08/2025
“A few years ago, I was feeling overwhelmed by the climate crisis. I was deeply worried. Worried, not just about the future of our planet and the incredible animals we share it with. But also about the people already suffering from floods, droughts and displacement.
I needed to connect with others who felt the same urgency. I needed hope and I needed action.
That’s when I found the Friends of the Earth community. Joining this community gave me a space to talk, to learn, and most importantly, to act. I met people who reminded me that change doesn’t come from despair, it comes from solidarity, persistence, and grassroots power.
Eventually, I became a staff member at Friends of the Earth, and it has been life-changing. Every day, I get to work alongside amazing people, supporters and volunteers to protect nature, push for justice, and fight for a fairer, safer future.
These new t-shirt designs remind me of why I joined the climate movement. The “Save What We Love” design is a tribute to the wildlife and natural places that make this island so special and the importance of saving our nature. The “Climate Justice Now” design celebrates the power of community and collective action.
Climate justice means understanding that the climate crisis is also a justice crisis. While big polluters and rich countries have caused the most harm, it’s the most marginalised, especially in the Global South, who are facing the worst impacts.
These designs are reminders of why we fight. To save our planet. To protect the people and places we love. And to build a future where we are all safer, together.”
Ruth Jedidja - Friends of the Earth staff member
By donating to Friends of the Earth today, you’ll help build a community that’s fighting for climate justice.
As a thank you, we’ll send you a t-shirt to wear with pride.
As Ruth Jedidja’s story illustrates, these t-shirts are more than mere pieces of clothing. They’re bold, wearable messages of hope and resistance. Donate to get yours today.
👉https://www.friendsoftheearth.ie/social-donate-tshirts
