Dear
Avaazers,
Something big is about to
happen to humanity, much more than just a
flu.
It's now clear that many of us
could likely get the coronavirus -- and
although most will be fine, the most vulnerable
among us will be hit really hard. We all have
someone we love who is facing this.
Our
task now is to mobilise to SLOW it down, because
the slower it moves, the more lives will be
saved.
This is our mission. Slow it
down, flatten the curve of the epidemic, and
bring love and support to those most vulnerable.
Humanity is about to face serious adversity -
and that can either split us apart in fear,
or unite us in common purpose and love. Our
movement can help shape what happens next.
Sign the pledge to slow the curve, and share
this vision of love and determination with
everyone you know -- our goal is to reach 100
million people in the next week:
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CORONAVIRUS
PLEDGE
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As
governments intensify efforts to combat the
global outbreak of coronavirus, and give
scientists time to develop the right vaccines
and treatments, people’s actions are central to
flattening the curve of the epidemic, and saving
numerous lives.
I therefore commit to
KEEP CALM and:
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STOP THE VIRUS at our doorstep,
minimising the risk of infection for myself and
others -- by washing my hands often and
properly, staying at home, avoiding crowds as
much as possible, and cancelling unnecessary
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SPREAD WISDOM by proactively sharing
reliable, factual information and guidance. It
is our best way of countering the fake news and
conspiracy theories that are fueling mistrust,
panic, and reckless behaviour - threatening our
collective response to the epidemic. |
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SEEK CONNECTION and mutual support
within my family and members of my local and
global communities. To do so, I will reach out
to make sure all, particularly the most
vulnerable, have the necessary information and
support that can protect them against infection
and unhealthy anxiety, or to get adequate
medical
assistance. | | | |
For the
first time in human history, we may end up all
staying home for a while. But we'll have the
internet! China has already seen unprecedented
spikes in online activity.
This could
be a unique, powerful period for our world. And
it could go either way.
Peddlers of
disinformation are already rife, stirring up our
home-bound frustration and fears of economic
collapse with viral lies, blame and division.
Let's be the better angels, and spread the
memes of unity, compassion, hope and
determination to slow the curve, protect our
loved ones, and bring humanity together:
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The
challenges our world is experiencing can be
scary, and bewildering. It's tempting to play
the victim and cast blame. But we can meet them
another way, with a determination to let
adversity bring out the best in us, not the
worst. Spreading love can even help fight the
virus itself - because love and connection can
help strengthen our emotional health and immune
systems. Humanity has a common enemy, a common
cause. Let's come together, and rise to the
challenge of the coronavirus with love and
determination.
With hope,
Luis,
Ricken, Bert, Sarah, Spyro, Joseph, Nana, Anneke
and the whole Avaaz team
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Sent:
Thursday, March 12, 2020 4:51 PM
Subject:
Coronavirus
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