Environmental Justice League
Author: <span>Jennifer Meister</span>
Balancing Air Quality and Affordability: The Fight for Equitable Electrification
True environmental justice requires a multi-disciplinary approach that factors in socio-economic realities. We cannot support electrification mandates unless there is a clear, funded plan that protects residents from catastrophic out-of-pocket expenses. The EJL will continue to advocate for environmental policies that protect both our planet and our people.
Advocating for Environmental Equity and Black Maternal Health
Despite being an advanced, wealthy nation, the United States has the highest rate of maternal deaths among high-income countries. This devastating reality disproportionately affects Black mothers, who face a 30 to 40% higher maternal mortality rate across all education and socioeconomic statuses. This disparity is heavily driven by systemic bias…
Delivering on the Promise of Proposition 4, AB 265, and GGRF—A Moral Imperative for TrueEquity
Dear Governor Newsom, Senate President Pro Tempore McGuire, and Speaker Rivas, We write as a coalition of environmental justice advocates, spiritual congregations, and community-based organizations serving California’s most disadvantaged communities. We urge you to ensure that the transformative funding opportunities provided by Proposition 4—the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought…
The Environmental Justice League supports AB 30 and its efforts to create a more sustainable and equitable future for all Californians.
The Environmental Justice League is committed to building a multi-disciplinary network to advance environmental objectives related to healthcare, socio-economics, and cultural diversity. We believe that AB 30 represents an opportunity to advance these objectives while addressing the immediate need for gasoline price relief in California. The Environmental Justice League supports…