Global ‘Draw the Line’ Movement in Sept : A united world against injustice, pollution
Staff Correspondent
The world is about to witness a new historic initiative.
In September 2025, a massive global movement titled ‘Draw the Line’ will begin across the world. Workers, youth, Indigenous communities, and various social movements will unite to stand against injustice, pollution, and violence. Their goal is to ensure a just transition and a stable future based on renewable energy, justice, and peace.
Among the main organizers of the movement are international climate organizations such as 350.org, CAN-International, APMDD, and War on Want, who are coordinating with local and regional movements. The core purpose of this initiative is to end fossil fuel dependency, eliminate inequality, and build a safer world for both people and nature.
Solidarity with the UN Secretary-General’s Call
This significant announcement comes right after a major climate speech by UN Secretary-General António Guterres in New York. In his speech, Guterres emphasized the importance of transitioning to renewable energy and highlighted the economic, social, and security benefits of moving away from fossil fuels. The ‘Draw the Line’ movement aligns fully with this global call to action.
Running from 15 to 28 September, the main activities of the movement will peak over the weekend of 19 to 21 September 2025.
Participants across continents are planning thousands of events, including the creation of red and green lines, long marches, strikes, festivals, community gatherings, and various cultural programs.
Major rallies will be held in key global cities including Johannesburg, New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Karachi, Lahore, Nairobi, Dhaka, New York City, London, Paris, and Berlin.
These events will primarily advocate for a just transition, climate finance for the Global South, and a phased-out end to fossil fuels.
Transform the current system through a just and equitable transition centered on workers and communities.
Increase renewable energy use and shut down polluters, fund the future, restore democracy,
protect human rights, freedom, and peace and
rebuild our relationship with the Earth
Sharif Jamil, Coordinator of Waterkeepers Bangladesh, described the movement as extremely significant. He said, “Continued investment in fossil fuel projects in Bangladesh poses serious risks to our communities, reinforces harmful dependencies, and obstructs the path to a cleaner, more sustainable future. People across Bangladesh are rising up against this injustice and the climate crisis.”
Anne Jellema, Executive Director of 350 org described the movement as a demonstration of “people power.” She said, “When governments fail to act, we rise. We know the solutions to this crisis, and we call on world leaders to follow the will of the people.”
Lidy Nacpil, Coordinator of the Asian Peoples' Movement on Debt and Development (APMDD), demanded that the Global North fulfill its climate finance commitments and rapidly shift to 100% renewable energy.
This September, people around the world will come together to deliver a clear message in defense of their future. This movement will serve as a powerful call to global leaders ahead of COP30, pointing the way toward a just, sustainable, and peaceful world.
