
Welcome to the week.
Thinking about everyone in Florida as Hurricane Milton intensifies and grows closer. Stay safe out there! As a reminder, you can support ongoing Helene relief efforts here.
Here’s the rest of the news.
This week:
🏭Britain’s last coal plant
💉mRNA bird flu vaccines
🐟Local seafood systems
💾Automatic opt-ins
And more
Have a great week,
— Willow
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Last week, we asked: How familiar are you with the concept of Truth and Reconciliation for Indigenous peoples?
You said:
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Very familiar (18%)
“I have read all of the recommendations and try to reread them every September 30. I participate in truth and reconciliation events, when possible (attending a webinar today). I have a LONG way to go to fully be the ally I want to, but I do actively take steps to learn, to listen, to be better.”
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Somewhat familiar (31%)
“I think that I know all about it, but, I probably don't know as much as I think I do... as usual.”
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Not very familiar (22%)
“I am in the US, but I saw the Wear Orange campaign on social media. I knew it had something to do with boarding schools for Indigenous people, but nothing beyond that.”
🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨 Not at all familiar (29%)

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