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WE ACT has been combating environmental racism and building healthy communities for people of color since 1988. Support our work at WEACT.org/donate https://linktr.ee/weact4ej?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
NYS highest court ruled the state must act on climate — but Albany is stalling.
Gutting the CLCPA won’t lower bills, it will hurt environmental justice communities overburdened by energy costs and pollution.
Read our full statement at the link in bio — take action.
"We need an economy that can grow without destroying the land and the people on it." — Rev. Jesse Jackson
WE ACT continue to mourn his passing and honors his lifelong embrace of environmental justice.
Read reflections from WE ACT leaders and co-founders: tinyurl.com/44j58372
The WE ACT Earth Day 5K is BACK! 🌍💚
Join us April 25 at 8 AM for our 2026 5K Fun Run. Run, jog, or walk—however you move, you’re advancing environmental justice.
Register now at the link in our bio.
We co-hosted a Beauty Justice panel at the NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus Weekend to spotlight toxic chemicals in beauty products and their impact on communities of color.
We’re building support for the Beauty Justice Act and the Natural Hair Care & Braiding Bill. 💚
Your neighborhood. Your voice.
Help shape NYC’s first Environmental Justice Plan by completing the EJNYC Community Questionnaire (available in 5 languages).
Take it now: bit.ly/EJinform or link in bio.
Closes 3/1 at 11:59 PM.
Zohran Mamdani pledged to dedicate 1% of NYC’s budget to our parks. With the Parks Dept struggling to deliver basic services, this first budget is a critical chance to restore funding and set parks up for long-term success.
Sign the petition today — link in bio.
Heading to our Lobby Day on March 10th ?
Join us Saturday, Feb 28, 12–2 PM at Manhattanville Community Center (550 W 133th St 📍) for our in-person prep!
We’ll break down the bills, share tips on meeting with legislators + staff, and make signs together.
RSVP at the link in our bio!
It's Black History Month & Cancer Prevention Month—and the fight for Beauty Justice is both.
Women of color deserve products that don't harm them. Learn about the NYS Beauty Justice Act & advocate for change at our 2026 Fair! ✊🏾
📅 Fri, March 6 | 5–8 PM
📍 CCNY NAC Ballroom
Link in bio to RSVP!
NYC is experiencing dangerously cold temps following this week's snowstorm. Warming centers are open across the city — including locations in Harlem & Upper Manhattan
If you or someone you know needs a warm place to go, don't wait
Find locations and warming buses near you at the link in our bio
Join Manhattan Community Board 11 today at 6:30 PM for an in-person or virtual public hearing on Zohran Mamdani’s Preliminary Budget (FY2027) and its impact on East Harlem.
Community members and local organizations are encouraged to speak out.
📍 Terrence Cardinal Cooke Center
💻 RSVP: Link in bio
Tomorrow we are co-hosting a FREE virtual webinar with Consumer Reports on toxic chemicals in braiding hair.
Research found carcinogens + lead in most products tested — disproportionately harming Black women & women of color.
RSVP to join us 💻🔗: action.consumerreports.org/blackhairmat...
WE ACT’s New York City Policy Manager, Caleb Smith, breaks down NYC’s latest environmental justice updates—from composting plans to the legislative moves shaping our community’s right to a healthy environment.
🎙️ Tune in today:
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High energy bills are hitting NY households hard this winter. ❄️
Join the Manhattan Clean Energy Hub on Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 PM to learn how Community Solar can help you save up to 10%—no installation needed.
Find Manhattan-based projects & enroll.
RSVP: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
“These modern-day robber barons would gladly add to their already obscene piles of wealth by making us less safe from climate change,” said Manuel Salgado, manager at the nonprofit @weact4ej.bsky.social
Trump repeals landmark Obama-era climate rule
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End climate chaos & pollution.
The Trump administration’s Environmental Protection Agency is gutting limits on climate and transportation pollution — putting frontline communities at risk.
We demand accountability and defend clean air.
Clean air is a right. EPA, do your job.
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WE ACT, NYLCV, and Environmental Advocates NY launched our 2026 NYS SuperBills for environmental justice.
Tell Albany: protect our health and communities
✨ Beauty Justice Act
⚡ $1B for the Sustainable Future Program
🚰 Lead Pipe Replacement
📦 Packaging Reduction
🧪 Ban PFAS in consumer products
Ever wonder how “sacrifice zones” are created? It often starts with a permit.
On #UptownChats, we spoke with Weezie Foster about our 2026 Policy Agenda and the fight for EJ in DC.
It’s time to change the rules that give polluters permission to harm our communities.
Listen: tinyurl.com/yc362dj3
Now and always, for #BlackHistoryMonth and year round, we honor and celebrate Black history and #EnvironmentalJustice.
Learn more and share: arcg.is/1aLm00
Come celebrate Black History Month and learn how to get involved in upcoming events—including a special Valentine’s Day activity.
📅 Sat, Feb 14 | 10am–1pm
📍 Most Worshipful Prince Hall, 454 W 155th St
RSVP: tinyurl.com/2ezn8auz
Peggy Shepard, co-founder of WE ACT For Environmental Justice, is an environmental crusader and tireless champion for ecological equality on behalf of inner cities, she raised her voice against systemic racism that threatens to sacrifice the environmental health of poor urban areas.
#BlackLeaders
“Lisa has been a passionate champion of environmental and climate justice for decades. Her work at the EPA, especially as the Administrator for Region 2, makes her an ideal choice to lead our city’s Department of Environmental Protection in these politically challenging times.” - Peggy Shepard
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The People’s Budget is out and our advocacy is showing up.
The NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus is championing fair climate funding, closing the investment gap, protecting natural resources, and $4M for NYSCHECK.
Jaron and Jama sit down with our State Legislative Manager, Briana Carbajal, to break down the key bills and state priorities in our 2026 Policy Agenda.
Get the inside track on the fight for environmental justice and what’s ahead in Albany: youtu.be/4eOEnq6KXe8?...
We thank Rohit Aggarwala and Elijah Hutchinson for their leadership and support of environmental justice during their respective tenures as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and Executive Director of the Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental.
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@governor.ny.gov Budget proposal omits the $1B Sustainable Future Program.
This withdraws support for energy affordability and green jobs in communities of color and low income.
We’re calling on the Legislature to restore this $1B investment and uphold EJ.
Full statement: tinyurl.com/yc8z4df3
In 2025, the Trump administration tried to roll back protections and silence frontline communities
One year later: still here. Still united. Still resisting
EJ communities are organized and powerful — we are moving justice forward with partners @ajustclimate.bsky.social
Join us: ajustclimate.org
WeACT was and is an environmental justice leader, and it has played a major role in transforming West Harlem. Civil disobedience, hard work, and community connections get the goods. People like Dr. King and Peggy Shepard teach us that transformation must never sleep.
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“The time is always right to do the right thing.” – Dr. King
37 years ago, Peggy Shepard and the “Sewage Seven” stopped the North River Sewage Treatment Plant in Harlem.
Today, WE ACT is still fighting pollution and defending environmental justice.
NYC is creating its first Environmental Justice Plan (EJNYC Plan). The Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice wants your input on priority EJ issues and solutions across the city.
Take the survey & make your voice heard: nyc.gov/ej
Illegal pesticides are harming low-income frontline communities. Join WE ACT on Jan 21, 5:30pm at W.H.I.N Family Enrichment Center to learn safe pest control & organize for healthy homes.
Register via QR or visit: community.weact.org/pesticide_wi...
