Inspired by the massive “Veta, Dilma [1]” campaign to protect the Brazilian forests, Fortaleza city dwellers launched “Libera, Luizianne“ urging Mayor Luizianne Lins to free a green area for the creation of Rachel de Queiroz Park [2] [pt]. On June 24, supporters planted wooden crosses on the site, symbolizing the death of the park for real estate speculation, as can be seen on Facebook [3].
Brazil: Fortaleza City Dwellers Demand Liberation of Green Area
· Written by João Miguel Lima Translated by Sara Moreira
Categories: Latin America, Brazil, Citizen Media, Digital Activism, Environment, Protest