The

divestment movement has come to VSU,
thanks to
Danielle Jordan and
SAVE!
-jsq

Petition:

Divest Valdosta State From Fossil Fuels

To: VSU Administration and VSU Board of Trustees

We are asking Valdosta State University to:

1. Disclose information on its investments

2. To divest its holdings from fossil fuels within 5 years

3. Freeze any new investments in the fossil fuel industry immediately

Why is this important?

As climate change progresses, we become more aware of the hazardous
consequences that manifest in relation to a warming planet. We
understand that in order to combat the issue, we have to alter our
daily practices. However. the lobbying power of the major fuel
companies has diminished the voices and power of individuals within
our political system. Subsequently, policy has been written to favor
the interests of the companies benefiting from the exploitation of
our environment.

We are asking Valdosta State to distance itself from this industry
and pursue alternatives, knowing that if we wish to address climate
change, a collaborative effort must be made. By joining this
movement, we can create a more ethical campus and move in the
direction of sustainability.