A night of poetry to celebrate the launch of ‘Tales from Beneath the Watermelon Sky’, a newly-published poetry book about Palestine and social justice, by local poets and comrades! It will be a night of poetry readings from the book and of Palestinian poetry, as well as some music, sweets, and overall commemoration of poetry […]
The NCTJRC Summit returns for its third year, we’ll will spend time summarizing our accomplishments and challenges of 2024 and mapping out our collective way forward for 2025. A key feature of our work will be strengthening a culture of unity, mutually supportive work, and accountability among ourselves, even as we build up people’s accountability […]
Truthsgiving 2024 Indigenous-centered storytelling, panels, food, and creative arts to uplift the untold historical truths of U.S. "Thanksgiving" The 3rd annual 7DS Truthsgiving will take place Sunday November 17th in Pleasant Grove, NC, in the heart of the Occaneechi Saponi community. Truthsgiving is a free, family-friendly event that draws out hundreds of folks […]
November 17 marks one year since the sudden closure of Poe Hall. As we reflect on this anniversary, we recognize that NC State University administration has not made sufficient progress and indeed have contributed to a climate of fear and mistrust about the safety of our campus. In the months after Poe’s closure, community members […]
Join community safety and health advocates to learn more about the threat of the proposed Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project (SSEP) methane gas pipeline. Free dinner provided! We’ll provide information on the negative impacts of the proposed fracked, methane gas pipeline on water, land and health on communities, and ways to get involved to cancel […]
Appalachian Voices is monitoring air pollution across the region. Join them on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 6 p.m. to hear the latest results in the Upper South & Appalachia Citizen Air Monitoring Project
LAND TENDING Drop in anytime to lend a hand in the gardens at Yesah Farm - there will be tasks for all energy levels! Bring your favorite gardening tools (we do have some, but not enough for a large group) and make sure to bring sunscreen, garden gloves, a hat and anything else you need […]
A documentary directed by Jan Haaken and Jennifer Ruth Screening followed by panel discussion, including the directors
A documentary directed by Jan Haaken and Jennifer Ruth Duke - Screening followed by panel discussion, including the directors Duke University, White Lecture Hall
Join Discussion on "the enemy abroad" and "the enemy within" With Guest Speakers: On Plans for Use of Military Force Against Mexico • On Developments in Palestine, Lebanon, Yemen On Student Resistance in Support of Palestine (Link to Follow)
As the international community prepares to recognize Human Rights Day in the coming week, a coalition of North Carolina organizations are leveraging the December 10th commemoration to call for basic protections for workers exposed to extreme temperatures on the job. The group is hosting three regional Heat and Human Rights Events on December 8th, 9th, […]
As the international community prepares to recognize Human Rights Day in the coming week, a coalition of North Carolina organizations are leveraging the December 10th commemoration to call for basic protections for workers exposed to extreme temperatures on the job. The group is hosting three regional Heat and Human Rights Events on December 8th, 9th, […]
As you plan your grantmaking for 2025 and develop equity strategies, do you know where other foundations are investing in Environmental Health & Justice? Are you interested in learning about our ongoing initiative to track grantmaking dollars going to Black, Indigenous, or People of Color-led organizations? Join this “Follow the Money” webinar cosponsored by HEFN […]
As the international community prepares to recognize Human Rights Day in the coming week, a coalition of North Carolina organizations are leveraging the December 10th commemoration to call for basic protections for workers exposed to extreme temperatures on the job. The group is hosting three regional Heat and Human Rights Events on December 8th, 9th, […]
Public Hearing on University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill request to burn PFAS-filled pellets, Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 6 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM), at Chapel Hill Town Hall, 405 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill ==== The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality’s (DAQ) upcoming […]
We’re excited to announce that we are developing a membership program and invite individuals, organizations, and institutions who share our values to join us in the fight against environmental injustice.
As a member, you’ll be part of a dedicated community focused on:
A variety of membership tiers ensure that everyone can participate, regardless of your financial situation. If you’re interested in becoming a member, please fill out our interest form. We will contact you in January of 2025 with further information.
