Conozca a cinco mujeres poderosas que lideran movimientos actuales e históricos que abordan la contaminación industrial, las disparidades en la salud pública y las políticas ambientales equitativas.
Articles by Stephanie Reese
5 Environmental Leaders You Need Know for Women’s History Month
Meet five powerful women at the forefront of current and historical movements addressing industrial pollution, public health disparities, and equitable environmental policy.
6 Essential Environmental Books for Black History Month—and Beyond
To be effective advocates, we must have the facts at our fingertips. That’s what you’ll find in this essential reading list for anyone concerned about the climate crisis and its disproportionate impact on historically marginalized communities.
“Every Community in This Country Deserves to Breathe Clean Air”: Honoring Freedom and Health on Juneteenth
This Juneteenth, as we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved Black people in the United States, Moms’ Stephanie Reese reflects on a monumental victory for historically marginalized communities across the nation: new rules to protect neighborhoods near more than 200 toxic chemical manufacturing facilities.
Justicia40: ¿Está funcionando?
Hace tres años, la administración Biden lanzó la Iniciativa Justicia40, que fijó el objetivo de que el 40% de los beneficios de una serie de inversiones federales fluyeran hacia comunidades de escasos recursos y sobrecargadas por la contaminación. ¿Están funcionando estas inversiones?
Justice40—Why We Need It More Than Ever
Three years ago, the Biden administration launched the Justice40 Initiative, which set a goal that 40% of the overall benefits of an array of federal investments would flow to under-resourced communities that are overburdened by pollution. Are these investments working?
La Gran Influencia de las Acciones Valientes en la Historia Afroamericana
A lo largo de la historia Afroamericana, la acción colectiva y el activismo público han sido fundamentales para desafiar las injusticias y provocar transformación social. Debemos continuar con el legado de quienes nos precedieron y continuar la lucha por una sociedad justa y equitativa.
The Critical Influence of Courageous Actions in Black History
Throughout Black history, collective action and public advocacy have been pivotal in challenging injustices and sparking societal change. We must carry forward the legacy of those who have come before us by continuing the fight for a just and equitable society.
My Dream and Martin Luther King Jr.
As we commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on his dream for a society where every individual, regardless of their race, has equal access to opportunities, education, health care, and a healthy environment. And we are reminded that environmental justice is inextricably linked to social justice.
States Should Be Able to Set Strong Tailpipe Pollution Protections
Moms testified before EPA this week in support of strong tailpipe pollution rules adopted by California and other states. Read one mom’s story of how living near a busy interstate has impacted her family’s health.
The Plastic Industry’s Scariest Trick
This Halloween, we won’t be tricked by the plastic industry’s lies. Watch and share this short, spooky video about “advanced recycling.”
My Speech at EPA to Reduce Tailpipe Pollution From Cars
Moms Clean Air Force’s Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice, spoke at the final “Route Zero” event, delivering over 130,000 comments in favor of the EPA’s plan to reduce car pollution.