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Friends of the Earth International expresses solidarity with protesters against the Testet Dam in France and calls for an investigation into the death of 21-year-old Rémi Fraisse during a protest on October 25, 2014.

Friends of the Earth International terminated the membership of Amici della Terra (Friends of the Earth Italy) in October 2014, citing a divergence in their respective visions of environmental justice and missions after 36 years of affiliation.

The Biennial General Assembly of Friends of the Earth International (ATI) decided to revoke the membership of Amici della Terra (Amigos de la Tierra Italia) in October 2014.

The Friends of the Earth International (FoEI) Biennial General Meeting decided in October 2014 to discontinue the membership of Amici della Terra/Friends of the Earth Italy due to diverging visions of environmental justice.

Amigos de la Tierra Uruguay/REDES issued a statement supporting the Uruguayan government's repudiation of Israel's offensive against the Palestinian population, calling for immediate diplomatic action, the cessation of hostilities, and a boycott of Israeli companies involved in the occupation of Palestinian territory.

A statement issued by a coalition of social movements and climate justice organizations meeting in Venezuela, condemning Israeli military attacks and the blockade of the Gaza Strip in July 2014.

A statement by a coalition of social movements and climate justice organizations meeting in Venezuela, condemning the 2014 Israeli military invasion and bombardment of the Gaza Strip and calling for an end to the blockade and the occupation of Palestinian territory.

A statement issued by Friends of the Earth International and a coalition of global civil society organizations meeting in Venezuela, condemning Israeli military attacks and a land invasion of the Gaza Strip in July 2014.

This guide, published by Friends of the Earth International, warns forest communities about the risks associated with REDD (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) and other forest conservation projects. It argues that these market-based mechanisms often lead to 'deterritorialization,' loss of cultural identity, and the erosion of community sovereignty through restrictive, long-term contracts.

This guide, published by Friends of the Earth International in July 2014, warns forest communities against signing contracts related to REDD (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) and other forest conservation or environmental compensation projects. It argues that these market-based mechanisms often lead to the loss of land sovereignty, cultural erosion, and the displacement of indigenous peoples by imposing restrictive conditions and long-term legal obligations.

This prevention manual by Friends of the Earth International warns forest communities against signing REDD (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) and other forest conservation contracts. The guide argues that these market-based mechanisms often lead to 'deterritorialization,' loss of cultural identity, and the surrender of sovereignty to external corporations through deceptive contracts that restrict traditional land use for decades.

This precautionary guide by Friends of the Earth International warns forest communities against signing REDD (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) and other forest conservation contracts. It argues that these market-based schemes often lead to deterritorialization, loss of sovereignty, and the erosion of traditional cultures by imposing restrictive conditions on land use and granting disproportionate power to external companies.

A statement by Friends of the Earth International denouncing a police operation on May 23, 2014, against communities resisting the 'Progreso VII derivada' mining project in Guatemala.

This report by Friends of the Earth International (ATI) documents violence and human rights violations against environmental defenders between November 2011 and October 2013. It argues that these attacks are a global trend driven by a neoliberal extractivist model and corporate dominance, which often results in the criminalization and physical persecution of activists, indigenous peoples, and local communities.

This report by Friends of the Earth International (FoEI) documents violence and human rights violations against environmental defenders between November 2011 and October 2013. It argues that these attacks are a global trend driven by a neoliberal extractive model that prioritizes corporate profit over the rights of nature and people. The document details various forms of repression—including criminalization, arbitrary detention, and targeted killings—and evaluates the effectiveness of international solidarity and legal strategies in protecting defenders.

A statement by Jagoda Munic, President of Friends of the Earth International, reflecting on the devastating floods in the Balkans and the urgent need for a global shift away from fossil fuels and consumption-based economic models to combat climate change.

A statement from Friends of the Earth Latin America and Caribbean (ATALC) expressing solidarity with Rafael Alegría and the people of Honduras, denouncing the systemic violation of human rights and the criminalization of social movements following the 2009 coup d'état.

This media briefing from Friends of the Earth International describes a victory for the indigenous Jogbahn clan in Liberia, who successfully forced the UK-based company Equatorial Palm Oil (EPO) to retreat from their land following government recognition of their customary land rights.

An open letter from a coalition of social movements, NGOs, and activists to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, urging a revision of the official definition of 'forests' to better reflect the biological diversity and the needs of forest-dependent communities.

A statement from an anti-fracking coalition in South Africa criticizing the government's plan to proceed with shale gas exploration in the Karoo, arguing that the process is undemocratic and prioritizes elite profit over the needs and rights of local communities.