David
Tuesday 7th January 2003, 18:39
Birds and Habitat Conservation
Many of you will know of Proact – or have indeed already become a member.
The founders of Bird Forum have now provided us with another platform to reach yet more bird and nature lovers world wide and give them the chance to make a more personal impact in the uphill struggle to prevent our birds and their habitats shrinking and eventually disappearing. We can discuss, suggest and promote campaigns in this forum. Now read on.
As if it wasn’t enough with natural catastrophes (exacerbated through climate change?) and the effects of galloping globalisation and other man-made tribulations on our environment and health; the human race seems hell-bent on wiping out whole species and habitats of what we affectionately call our ‘feathered friends’. Whether oil dumping in the Baltic, mass slaughter of migrants on Cyprus and Malta, draining of wetlands or destruction of rainforests ……. man’s ingenuity knows no bounds.
Proact
An acronym combining protest and action, Proact was started by me in the autumn of 2000 as a natural continuation of the successful lobbying of the EU parliament.. Out of this success an idea was born. New internet-based campaigns were launched, primarily via European-wide mailing lists. The Proact website was rendezvous and springboard for the campaigns and the concept met with immediate and substantial response.
Is Proact the great saviour .....
..... that will change bird protection work? No, but Proact is yet another important cog in the conservation machinery. Proact is perfect for the idler, or for those who would like to get involved but are “far too busy”. We offer you the chance to maximise the impact of our campaigns by lending your name for a good cause.
How do I become a member?
The Proact concept is based on the fact that members have computers, at home or at work, and are connected to the Internet. Just log into the team website at www.proactnow.org/team. If you are a computer novice, or your English is a little unsure, but you still want to participate, the Proact coordinators can help. Look up you’re the nearest contact in your region or country in the Proact Contact Directory linked to the main Proact page..
The most frequently asked question [FAQ]
Q. How do I get more information?
A. Go to the Proact site at www.proactnow.org . To see which campaigns are running follow the links on the main page. Proact now ……… it’s not too late!
David J A Conlin, Berlin, Germany - Proact International Coord.
Many of you will know of Proact – or have indeed already become a member.
The founders of Bird Forum have now provided us with another platform to reach yet more bird and nature lovers world wide and give them the chance to make a more personal impact in the uphill struggle to prevent our birds and their habitats shrinking and eventually disappearing. We can discuss, suggest and promote campaigns in this forum. Now read on.
As if it wasn’t enough with natural catastrophes (exacerbated through climate change?) and the effects of galloping globalisation and other man-made tribulations on our environment and health; the human race seems hell-bent on wiping out whole species and habitats of what we affectionately call our ‘feathered friends’. Whether oil dumping in the Baltic, mass slaughter of migrants on Cyprus and Malta, draining of wetlands or destruction of rainforests ……. man’s ingenuity knows no bounds.
Proact
An acronym combining protest and action, Proact was started by me in the autumn of 2000 as a natural continuation of the successful lobbying of the EU parliament.. Out of this success an idea was born. New internet-based campaigns were launched, primarily via European-wide mailing lists. The Proact website was rendezvous and springboard for the campaigns and the concept met with immediate and substantial response.
Is Proact the great saviour .....
..... that will change bird protection work? No, but Proact is yet another important cog in the conservation machinery. Proact is perfect for the idler, or for those who would like to get involved but are “far too busy”. We offer you the chance to maximise the impact of our campaigns by lending your name for a good cause.
How do I become a member?
The Proact concept is based on the fact that members have computers, at home or at work, and are connected to the Internet. Just log into the team website at www.proactnow.org/team. If you are a computer novice, or your English is a little unsure, but you still want to participate, the Proact coordinators can help. Look up you’re the nearest contact in your region or country in the Proact Contact Directory linked to the main Proact page..
The most frequently asked question [FAQ]
Q. How do I get more information?
A. Go to the Proact site at www.proactnow.org . To see which campaigns are running follow the links on the main page. Proact now ……… it’s not too late!
David J A Conlin, Berlin, Germany - Proact International Coord.