A national coalition of nearly 40 organizations in 22 states who work to ensure that a diverse grassroots perspective is reflected in federal, state, and local programming and policy decisions.
The Environmental Justice Leadership Forum
Hosted by WE ACT for Environmental Justice, launched in 2008
40 orgs
Nationwide
Fighting to make sure environmental justice is a priority in policy and practice.
22 States
Across the U.S
From the Gulf Coast to the Pacific Northwest, members have unique perspectives, challenges, and expertise, coming together for collective action.
17 Principles
The EJLF organizes based on the The Principles of Environmental Justice adopted at the First National People of Color Environmental Leadership Summit held in October 1991 in Washington, DC.
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See AllChicago Justice40rward Community Tour
The South Side of Chicago has long been victim to increased environmental hazards. The city's most polluted communities— home to steel mills, coal plans, storage facilities, and manufacturing plants that lead to increased air, water, and ground pollution which negatively impact the health of these residents— are predominately low income communities of color. Decades of…
Alaska Justice40rward Community Tour
The Justice40rward toxic tour presented by WE ACT, ACAT, and Native Movement showcased toxic sites in the Fairbanks North Star Borough. However, issues of environmental justice and health impact Indigenous communities throughout the state. Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) has mapped more than 2,000 toxic waste sites throughout the state caused by the military…
Seattle Justice40rward Community Tour
The riverfront neighborhoods of South Seattle have long been disproportionately impacted by climate change and pollution. The Duwamish River is Seattle's only river, serving as a site of major industrial activity since the early 1900s. Industrial practices have introduced toxic chemicals to the waterway's sediments, causing contamination that continues to impact people and the environment…
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