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The UK’s largest student activist network campaigning for social and climate justice. Our campaigns include: #FossilFree, #DivestBorders and #FossilFreeCareers ✊

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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Stanford student protesters win! Solidarity to those who were subject to this response - charged with felonies for an hour's occupation of the university. Standing up against a genocide should not land you in jail. Crack downs on student protest must be resisted. ✊
theguardian.com
Charges dropped against Stanford students over pro-Palestine protest
Students faced prison terms and thousands of dollars in restitution over campus protest against Israel’s war on Gaza
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
🔥 VICTORY!! The University of East London just took a stand against some of the world’s most destructive corporations - massive oil, coal and gas firms, and companies profiting from the detention, deportation and misery of migrants. ✊ And students made it happen! Share the news!!👇
Student holding up poster that reads "call on UEL to divest for justice". Text reads: Victory! University of East London divests from fossil fuels and the border industry.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
❌ Absolutely shameful!
theecologist.org
Students horrified by uni oil and arms collab
Swansea University backslides on commitment not to work with the fossil fuel industry
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
In 2023, Swansea University committed to banning fossil fuel companies from advertising jobs and careers on campus. ❌ And now they're rolling back on that promise. This is a shameful back-step in leadership. We can't let them get away with it. ✊
thecanary.co
Swansea University backslides on commitment not to work with the fossil fuel industry
The University of Swansea has U-turned on a 2023 commitment to cut careers and recruitment ties with fossil fuel companies.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🚨 BREAKING: After months of record-breaking heatwaves, Swansea University backtracks on Fossil Free Careers commitment. We can't let them get away with this. 👇
morningstaronline.co.uk
Swansea University accused of U-turn in fossil fuel ties
CAMPAIGNERS have accused Swansea University of backtracking on a commitment to cut its careers and recruitment ties with fossil fuel companies.Swansea became the seventh British university to exclude ...
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
🚨 BREAKING!! Swansea University are trying to backslide on their commitment to banning fossil fuel companies from careers events! ❌ Don't let them get away with it. Sign the petition! 👇
peopleandplanet.org
Stop Swansea University’s fossil fuel U-turn | People & Planet
Add your voice, sign the petition.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
35 UK universities just signed up to become part of the UK war machine. ❌ We mustn't let it happen. Sign and share the national petition! 👇
peopleandplanet.org
Stop universities from joining the UK war machine | People & Planet
Add your voice, sign the petition.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
⏰ Ticket booking closes in just two days! ✊ Join us for Power Shift 2026 - the student activist summer gathering - a full weekend of talks, trainings and workshops on how to get your university to take action on climate and migrant justice! 🎟️ Book now! peopleandplanet.org/about/power-...
Two days left to book. Power Shift 3-6 july 2026. Gloucestershire. The student activist summer gathering.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
👇 Cost shouldn't be a barrier to getting involved for movements for change! Apply now to our access fund for Power Shift 2026! peopleandplanet.org/about/power-...
ACCESS FUND DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 28 JUNE. Power Shift: The Student activist summer gathering. 3-6 July 2026, Gloucestershire.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
⚡ A flash back to our main panel "Climate justice = Migrant justice" at Power Shift last year! In 2 week's time, we'll be welcoming more inspiring speakers to discuss how we build powerful movements for change! 🔥 Get your ticket for Power Shift 2026 now: peopleandplanet.org/about/power-...
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Today, students at the University of Sunderland, (London campus), posted their petition to the VC demanding the university Divests for Justice! 🔥 They're calling for divestment from: ❌ Fossil fuel companies ❌ Companies profiting from the abuse of migrants Will the uni do the right thing? 👀
Two students posting their petition at a post box with Canary Wharf sign in the background
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
🚨 There are just 3 hours left to double your donation! Help fund the biggest student activist training event of the year - Power Shift 2026! ✊🔥 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
three hours to go! help fund Power Shift 2026 - the student activist summer gathering. all donations doubled!
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
🔥 It's time to build a movement. Help fund the biggest student activist training event of the year - Power Shift 2026! We're taking part in Earth Raise with Big Give meaning that for the next 7 days, your donation will be DOUBLED‼️ ✊ Donate now! donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
help fund power shift 2026 - the student activist summer gathering. all donations doubled for the next week!
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caatuk.bsky.social @caatuk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
💥 Booking is now open for Power Shift 2026! ⚡ Join us for a long weekend packed full of talks, workshops and panels on how to get your university to take action on climate and migrant justice! 🔥✊🌎 🎟️ Book your early bird ticket now: peopleandplanet.org/about/power-...
Power Shift. 3-6 July 2026. Gloucestershire. The student activist summer gathering. Workshops - Talks - Training. Join us to learn how you can take action on climate and migrant justice on your university campus.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
🔥 Cambridge students call for Fossil Free Careers! Students have taken to the streets to ramp up the heat, demanding the university bans fossil fuel companies from advertising jobs on campus! They're calling on @cam.ac.uk - a world leading institution - to stand on the right side of history. ✊🔥
Crowd of students holding banners outside university building. Banner reads No Future in Fossil Fuels.Students holding banners outside university building. Banner reads No Future in Fossil Fuels.Crowd of students holding banners outside university building. Banner reads No Future in Fossil Fuels.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
💥 HUGE WIN!! Queen Mary Students' Union will now be implementing a ban fossil fuel, mining and arms companies from advertising at SU events and will campaign for the university to adopt an ethical careers policy! ✊ This is what student power looks like!
Photo shows Queen Mary uni. Text reads: Queen Mary Students' Union votes to support fossil free careers
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
🎉 The results are in! Please join us in congratulating our newly elected student trustees, Antonia Listrat and Adeniyi Adeniran! As student trustees, they will play a vital role in overseeing and steering the work of People & Planet, ensuring it remains student-led! ✊
Congratulations to our new student trustees: Antonia Listrat and Adeniyi Adeniran. Image shows photos of winning candidates
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
🌎 Passionate about tackling injustice and oppression? ✨ Come work for us! 📣 We're recruiting two roles through our renowned internship programme! 📣 And a new Finance Manager! Find out more and apply now: peopleandplanet.org/about/work-w...
Photo of people smiling and talking at outdoor event. Text reads: Apply now! We're hiring. Internship programme: Migrant Justice Campaign & Movement Building Coordinator. Climate Justice Campaign & Movement Building Coordinator. Finance Manager: 2 days/ week
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
⏰ Don't miss your chance to vote! 🙌 Eight candidates are standing to represent the student network on our trustee board! 🗳️ Register by midnight TOMORROW to have your say! peopleandplanet.org/about/bot/re...
Register to vote by this Thursday! Registration closes at midnight 28 March! Have your say on the future of People & Planet
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
📣 The candidates are in for the People & Planet 2026 student trustee elections! Find out more about them and why they're standing: peopleandplanet.org/about/bot/in...
Graphic showing photos of 8 candidates. Text reads: meet the candidates. Register to vote by 28 Feb.
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Di Volpe @divolpe.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
@peopleandplanet.bsky.social is looking for a treasurer to join our board as a non-student trustee. We are seeking someone with a strategic grasp of Third Sector issues, and who is keen to support young people in achieving the aims of People & Planet. Please share among your networks! More info:
peopleandplanet.org
Work with us | People & Planet
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
HUGE NEWS!!! 🔥🔥🔥
theguardian.com
UK ban on Palestine Action unlawful, high court judges rule
Protest group’s co-founder wins legal challenge against decision to proscribe it under anti-terrorism laws
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
❌ ICE’s violence is tearing communities apart. Its violence is legitimised by racist rhetoric, facilitated by the border industry and propped up by a corrupt political system. ✊ But with violence comes resistance! 👇
theguardian.com
The Minneapolis revolt tells us this: even in Trump’s America, the people have power too | Aditya Chakrabortty
After months of community resistance, the president backed down. Leadership from below succeeded when politics as usual failed, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
💥 The People & Planet student network is about to decide on its new social justice campaign for the next 6 years! Didn't get chance to submit your idea? No fear! 💪You've now got until midnight on Sunday 8 February! 📅 Submit now: peopleandplanet.org/about/campai...
Deadline extended. Submit your new campaign ideas. Every 6 years, People & Planet’s student network democratically decides on a new social justice campaign - and that process starts now!

Got an issue you care about?

Think the student movement should be doing something about it?

Submit your idea!
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
⏰ Applications close tonight! We're running a 10-week online campaign training programme on climate and migrant justice! Learn how to: ✅ Carry out campaign research ✅ Build a campaign strategy ✅ Lobby decision makers ✅ Work with elected reps to secure change 👉 peopleandplanet.org/about/people...
People & Planet campaign training programme 2026. Apply now!
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
🚨 Nominations are now open! 🔍 We're looking for TWO new student trustees to join our Board. ✨ Could you help shape the future of People & Planet? 👉 Find out more and register for our info session on 29 Jan at 4pm! peopleandplanet.org/about/bot/st...
Become a student trustee. Help shape the future of People & Planet. Nominations are now open.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
⏰ DEADLINE TOMORROW! Every 6 years, the People & Planet student network chooses its next national campaign! ✅ Submit your idea by 5pm tomorrow! 👇 peopleandplanet.org/about/campai...
Deadline: 16 January. Yep that's tomorrow! Submit your new campaign ideas. People & Planet. Graphic shows students with megaphones.
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Dr. Aaron Thierry @thierryaaron.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
December: Thanks to the efforts of @peopleandplanet.bsky.social eight more UK universities cut recruitment ties with the fossil fuel industry. A cultural shift, driven from below: students & staff challenging the normalisation of fossil fuel careers inside public institutions ✊🎉
theguardian.com
Eight more UK universities cut recruitment ties with fossil fuel industry
Manchester Metropolitan University again wins top spot for climate and social justice in league table
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Double *double* victory! 😮😮 Bradford and Bath Spa universities decide to cut recruitment ties with the fossil fuel industry AND divest from the border industry! That's TWO People & Planet campaign victories at BOTH universities! 🔥🔥 Share the news! 🙌
Victory! Bradford university ends fossil fuel recruitment and divests from the border industryBath Spa university ends fossil fuel recruitment and divests from the border industry
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Eight prisoners alleged to have taken direct action in solidarity with Palestine are on hunger strike in protest over repressive conditions they face in detention. ❌ They face years behind bars without trial. ❌ Their health is deteriorating rapidly. The government must urgently intervene. ✊🇵🇸
Support the hunger strikers. Wednesday 17 December 6pm. Ministry of Justice, London
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
💪 HUGE victory for the Divest Borders campaign! This year, 7 more UK universities committed to divesting from the border industry - that's corporations profiting from the surveillance, persecution and abuse of migrants. Share the news! The tide's turning! 🌊
Image is collage of universities. Text reads: Victory: 7 more universities divest from the border industry.
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Anna Patton @annapatton.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
18 UK universities now exclude oil, gas and mining companies from their careers and recruitment activities, according to the charity People & Planet www.thecanary.co/uk/news/2025... @thecanaryuk.bsky.social @peopleandplanet.bsky.social
thecanary.co
More universities are banning fossil fuel industry recruitment
Since the start of 2025, eight UK universities have committed to excluding oil, gas and mining companies from their careers and recruitment
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Scientists for Global Responsibility @responsiblesci.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
18 higher education institutions, or 12% of UK universities now refuse to advertise roles with fossil fuel companies to their students! 🧪
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Helen Goodman @helengoodman.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Delighted that Bath Spa has been ranked second most ethical and sustainable university in the UK. Congratulations to all the colleagues and students who worked towards this!
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Student campaigners made this happen! 🎉 This year, the rising tide of Fossil Free Careers campaigns secured commitments from 8 universities to stop platforming some of the most deadly and destructive industries on the planet. This is what student power looks like! 💪
Image shows collage of 8 universities. Text reads: Victory! 8 more universities ban oil, gas and mining recruitment
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Nick Davis @njdavis.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
I know we are all sceptical of university league tables, but this is the one that matters. @manmetuni.bsky.social is greenest university in Britain AGAIN. Come and join us, and marvel at our water-recycling and energy-efficiency systems!
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Jeff Powell @powelljr.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Congratulations to @uniofgreenwich.bsky.social for moving up 10 places to 7th in the @peopleandplanet.bsky.social university league tables. But seems we still have some work to do on screening out recruitment links to fossil fuel, arms and tobacco firms. peopleandplanet.org/university-l...
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Congratulations to @manmetuni.bsky.social! 🎉 1st again in the University League - our ranking of UK universities on ethics and sustainability! More and more students are expecting their universities to step up as real leaders of positive change. And some are rising to the challenge! 👇
bbc.com
Manchester Metropolitan tops university sustainability league - BBC News
Manchester Metropolitan University is praised after securing top spot for a record fourth time.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
🔥 HUGE!!! 8 more universities have committed to cutting recruitment ties with the fossil fuel industry this year! That means no more big coal, oil and gas firms invited to advertise at careers fairs or on university job sites! Student campaigns made this happen! And we're just getting started! ✊
thecanary.co
More universities are banning fossil fuel industry recruitment
Since the start of 2025, eight UK universities have committed to excluding oil, gas and mining companies from their careers and recruitment
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
📣 The 2025/6 University League is here! We ranked 147 UK universities against ethics and sustainability criteria. 📈 🔍 Find out how your university scored! 👇 peopleandplanet.org/university-l...
Image of collage of university buildings. Text reads: How ethical  and sustainable is your university? New ranking out today: 1. Manchester Metropolitan University
  2.  Bath Spa University
 3.  University of West London
  4.  University of Reading
  5.  University of Salford
  6.  Bournemouth University
 7.  University of Greenwich
 8.  De Montfort University
 9.  University of Worcester
 10.  Cardiff Metropolitan University
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Sam Grinsell @samgrinsell.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Top of the 2.1s for my place, which funnily enough is where I often was as a student
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University of Greenwich @uniofgreenwich.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Our first post on BlueSky! And what a way to start by announcing that we have climbed 10 places from 17th to 7th in the annual @peopleandplanet.bsky.social University League. As well as this, we have come joint first in the carbon reduction category. Read more here: www.gre.ac.uk/articles/pub...
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Virginia Moffatt @aroomofmyown1.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Well done @manmetuni.bsky.social for taking 1st place due to sustainable practice, divestment from fossil fuel and border industries, and banning of fossil free recruiters.Glad to see one of my unis @lsepress.bsky.social make the top 20, sadly the other @york.ac.uk has a long way to go from 79th.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
🚨 BREAKING! Our latest University League research - published today - finds 8 more UK universities have banned fossil fuel and mining companies from advertising jobs and careers on campus! ❌💼🛢️⛏️ THIS shows the power of student campaigns! ✊✊
theguardian.com
Eight more UK universities cut recruitment ties with fossil fuel industry
Manchester Metropolitan University again wins top spot for climate and social justice in league table
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
📣 This year's People & Planet University League drops tomorrow! 👀 Stay tuned to find out how your university scored...
Image shows solar panels with high rise buildings. Text reads: Coming soon: How ethical and sustainable is your university? New UK-wide ranking out tomorrow...
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Shabana Mahmood promises ‘the most significant changes to our asylum system in modern times’ - yes and in all the wrong ways. ❌ Demonising and stripping migrants of their basic rights is no way to solve the real issues people face in the UK. These are cruel, criminal plans. They must be resisted.
independent.co.uk
Asylum seekers only allowed to stay in the UK temporarily, Mahmood to announce
Shabana Mahmood promises ‘the most significant changes to our asylum system in modern times’ in Monday speech
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
After 18 months of pressure, WE DID IT!! 🔥🔥
theecologist.org
Edge Hill divests from climate wreckers
Edge Hill University will not invest in fossil fuel extraction or border security companies - in victory for People & Planet campaigners.
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
🔥 Today, Cambridge University students rallied for Fossil Free Careers! They're calling on the university to ban, refuse and exclude oil, gas, mining and arms firms from advertising careers on campus! Will the university listen up?
Group of students holding up hand-painted banner that reads "Fossil Free Careers" walking through the streets and chanting
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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Want to uncover the institutional links between the your university and the fossil fuel industry? Our friends at @solid-research.bsky.social are running practical workshops on how to do just this at a range of UK universities next week! 👇
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