Letzte Generation

The Letzte Generation is a group of climate activists who have been advocating for drastic measures against climate change in Germany since 2021 and in Austria until August 2024. Founded by Henning Jeschke, Lea Bonasera, and Melanie Guttmann, who had already participated in actions by Extinction Rebellion and the hunger strike of the last generation, the group aims to prompt governments and companies to act regarding the compliance with the Paris Agreement and the 1.5-degree target through civil disobedience[2].

The main mission of the Letzte Generation is to prevent global warming and the reaching of tipping points in the Earth's climate system. The group sees itself as the last generation that can still do something against climate change. Their values are based on non-violence and commitment to social and climate justice. Civil resistance is viewed as a necessary measure to be recognized in a time of insufficient climate protection policies[1][2].

• Road Blockades and Protests: The Letzte Generation is known for blocking major roads, such as the A100 in Berlin, and oil pipelines to draw attention to the climate crisis.
• Networking Work: The group networks with various groups and institutions, including schools, churches, museums, theaters, and scientific institutions, to support and spread their goals[4].
• Legal Aid and Support: The Legal Team of the Letzte Generation, in collaboration with the association Rückendeckung für eine Aktive Zivilgesellschaft (RAZ), provides comprehensive legal and emotional support for activists facing legal consequences[3].

The Letzte Generation focuses on several key sustainability goals:

• Climate Justice: The group advocates for compliance with the Paris Agreement and achieving the 1.5-degree target to limit global warming.
• Education and Awareness: Through lectures, workshops, and collaborations with schools and scientific institutions, the Letzte Generation promotes awareness of the climate crisis and the need for drastic measures.
• Social Justice: The group emphasizes the connection between the climate catastrophe and social justice, equality, and human rights[1][2][4].

The Letzte Generation is part of an international network of civil resistance projects, the A22 Network. The group has a hierarchical structure with a core team, strategy teams, and regional working groups that adapt campaign goals to local conditions. Additionally, there are specialized teams such as the legal team, finance team, and press team that support the activities[2].

Through their fearless and non-violent civil resistance, the Letzte Generation strives to preserve a last chance to prevent reaching tipping points in the climate system and the associated human suffering. Their work is a living example of the commitment and determination necessary to protect the future of our society.

• 1 - https://letztegeneration.org/wer-wir-sind/
• 2 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Letzte_Generation
• 3 - https://letztegeneration.org/rechtliches/
• 4 - https://letztegeneration.org/vernetzung/
• 5 - https://letztegeneration.org