TRADING WILDERNESS ROADSHOW
Globalization's assault on the world's forests
East Coast dates: June 14-18
West Coast dates: July 14-22
[6-4-02]
A traveling roadshow that highlights the devastating
impact of "free trade" policies on forests and biodiversity
will soon be making its way along the East and West Coasts. The roadshow,
initiated by American Lands Alliance, combines a presentation on global
trade and forest issues with the music of folk singer-songwriter Danny
Dolinger, blending an educational program and lively entertainment.
Primary areas of international trade that are being explored include the
World Trade Organization (WTO), the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA),
and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), with particular attention to
the forests of Canada, Chile, and Ecuador. Each program also includes an
opportunity for sharing information about local fair trade efforts.
The roadshow is being co-sponsored by Alliance for
Responsible Trade, Citizens Trade Campaign, Northwest Ecosystem
Alliance, Pacific Environment, and Public Citizen, as well as numerous
local groups and individuals. To date, 9 well-received shows have been
completed in the Midwest. Below, you will find the itinerary for the
rest of the tour.
If you would like to get more information, such as the
venue for a certain city or how to help with promoting the event in your
town, please contact:
Jason Tockman, Director
International Trade Program
American Lands Alliance
PO Box 555 Athens, OH 45701
(740) 594-5441
tockman@americanlands.org
Upcoming scheduled shows:
June 14: New York City
June 15: Philadelphia
June 16: Washington, DC
June 17: Asheville, NC
June 18: Chattanooga, TN
July 14: San Francisco
July 15: Davis, CA
July 17: Eugene, OR
July 18: Portland, OR
July 19: Olympia, WA
July 20: Seattle
July 21: Victoria, BC
July 22: Bellingham, WA
For more information, check out the Mexico Solidarity
Network web site: http://www.mexicosolidarity.org
