Culture is the backbone of any social justice effort. It includes values, norms, and practices. These guide the ways people interact in organizations. It shapes how people relate to each […]
Wood Pellets and Environmental Justice Communities
The renewable energy boom continues to grow across the world. We must examine the true implications of energy projects like these. Environmental racism is when specific communities, like BIPOC (Black, […]
9 BIPOC-Owned Outdoor Gear Stores and Brands for Outdoor Adventurers
Polls show that BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) folks are less likely to engage in outdoor activities. Currently, they represent less than 15% of the outdoor community. There […]
Top 10 Black Environmentalists To Know About
Guest post by Zeeshan Khan Looking at environmental justice, we must first address racial injustice. Historically African Americans have suffered disproportionate impacts from pollution, climate change, and lack of access […]
Logging & Pollution In BIPOC Communities: Why We Need Environmental Justice Now
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) live, work, and play in some of America’s most polluted areas. This is not a coincidence. Extractive industries (like logging) operate in BIPOC […]