"Have you heard the Buzz?"

It's been a long cold winter. And in the freezing offices of a few youth organisations, on the lively patios of a few local pubs, in front of late evening laptops and over burning lines of teleconference, there is a new buzz. There is a new excitement. A new movement is about to be born.

A small but passionate group of young Australians have got together, shaking with excitement at the thought of the difference their alliance can make. Our Vision: to build a coalition of youth and youth-friendly groups that will work together to change the way Australians act and think about climate change and climate justice.

While some politicians apparently think otherwise, climate change is as hot as ever within the circles of young leaders. We have a bright future in this country that won't be stolen by short-term thinking and short lasting political will. We are getting together to build a choir
of strong voices, inspiring and encouraging our leaders to step up to the plate and create innovative policies and actions that address climate change effectively.

It's not too late to turn the political tide in Australia but we need your voice, your energy, and your body in action to do it. If you are involved with an Australian youth group or youth-friendly group that believes climate change and climate justice are an issue for our
generation, we invite you to join us. An initial founding summit is scheduled for November 20th-22nd in Melbourne, and you may be able to attend if you apply before Friday November 3rd. The conference is free and some travel scholarships are available.

For more information or an application form, email climate.coalition@gmail.com