Building a Climate Justice Movement in Virginia
Join us for a discussion about environmental and climate justice in Virginia. From mountaintop removal to sea level rise, we will examine how environmental threats are worsening the health and economic well being of our communities. We’ll explore solutions and discuss how groups are collaborating to fight for a clean energy economy that benefits everyone. CLICK HERE to Register
Panelists:
Khalil Shahyd, PhD, Project Manager in Urban Solutions, National Resources Defense Council
Jalonne L. White-Newsome, PhD, Director of Federal Policy, WE ACT for Environmental Justice
Mary Finley-Brook, PhD, Associate Professor of Geography, Environmental Studies, and International Studies, University of Richmond
Selamawit Yemeru, Environmental Studies major and president of the Black Student Alliance, University of Richmond
Adrianne Burke, founder of Changecomm.net
Hannah Wiegard, Campaign Coordinator, Appalachian Voices
Moderator: Travis Williams, PhD, Justice RVA
Event Details:
What: Climate Justice Panel and Discussion
When: Tuesday, April 7th at 7pm
Where: Wesley Memorial Baptist Church, 1720 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23223
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