On Saturday, January 18, 2025, a significant group of 'protestants' gathers for the 250th time outside the gates of Chemours in Dordrecht to demonstrate against the longstanding toxic and carcinogenic PFAS emissions from the company.
It all began in 2016 in Sliedrecht, the epicenter of PFAS pollution near Chemours, where residents noticed a high incidence of cancer. Bram de Winter and Kees van der Hel founded the 'Health Above All' Action Group in October 2016, leading to the first massive protest march against Chemours in November of the same year.
Despite challenges and setbacks, the weekly protests gained momentum, drawing attention from local and international media. The relentless efforts led to the formation of the Stop PFAS Stop Chemours foundation to escalate legal actions against the responsible parties.
As the protests mark a significant milestone, the fight against PFAS emissions continues. The community remains resolute in demanding immediate cessation of PFAS discharges and comprehensive environmental cleanup measures.
The ongoing battle requires collective support. Join the weekly protests and consider contributing financially to sustain the legal actions and environmental monitoring initiatives.
The demands include an immediate halt to PFAS emissions, a complete ban on all PFAS compounds with exceptions for essential purposes, and the responsible parties to bear the costs of clean-up.
We are local residents living near Chemours, committed to halting the PFAS contamination. The Stop PFAS Stop Chemours foundation supports the legal actions through donations, keeping the community informed about the ongoing efforts.