How can concerned citizens of Connecticut support the Gwich’in Nation to protect their sacred land and animals?

How does the insurance industry in Hartford impact Indigenous Peoples in the U.S.?

Join Connecticut Citizen Action Group, Sierra Club Connecticut, the Gwich'in Steering Committee and the Arctic Refuge Defense Campaign on September 7th at 6pm at the Charter Oak Cultural Center for a very special conversation, featuring community leaders and advocates working to protect sacred land in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

This conversation will spotlight Gwich’in leadership and allies who are working to protect the sacred coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from destructive and unwanted oil and gas development.

One major missing factor among legions of banks and insurance companies who have committed to protect the coastal plain: Connecticut's insurance companies.

Speakers include:

• Bernadette Demientieff, Executive Director Gwich’in Steering Committee

• Kate Finn, Executive Director, First Peoples Worldwide

• Dan Ritzman, Directorof Lands, Water and Wildlife, Sierra Club

Join us to talk about the issues, stakes, and action to take to stand with the Gwich’in.

This is a free and family friendly event! Be sure to RSVP as space is limited!