Uniting the community for environmental justice.
About
Why We’re Here
We believe in the power of community. When we’re united, we will overcome the racism and systems of oppression that have fractured our community, created unhealthy living environments and power imbalances, and exacerbated environmental injustices.
When we collaborate, uplift each other, and hold each other accountable, we will live in a community where everyone is valued and respected. Everyone will have autonomy, be engaged in the decisions that impact their well-being, and have what they need to thrive.
Action
What We Do
Since Spring 2021, we’ve been building a multiracial and multicultural community. Through our initiatives, we connect and engage with folks who have been excluded or not involved in the traditional environmental movement, work to dismantle systemic barriers to participation, and amplify and organize around current community initiatives.
Community Learning Series
At the beginning of each year, community members are invited to work together through a selected book to explore systems of oppression.
Collective Action Alerts
Every two weeks, community members receive a Collective Action Alert email with three suggested actions they can take in our community.
Fair Future Meetups
Once a quarter, we gather in person in Milwaukee to get to know one another better and be in community. We enjoy each other’s company, celebrate our successes, and connect through art, food, and music.
Partners
Who We Are
Based out of Milwaukee, we’re a network of over 250 community members and 25 organizations located throughout Wisconsin. The following organizations have joined in as Committed Partners:
Special Acknowledgements
This movement is inspired by the following activists and educators: August Ball, Ibram X. Kendi, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, Layla F. Saad, and Leah Thomas. We encourage you to get to know them and support their work.
Thank you to Dr. Sandra Jones for her guidance throughout its development. Thank you to David Thomas of Nearby Nature for his assistance in launching this initiative, and to Martha Spencer and Milwaukee Environmental Consortium for supporting us during our first three years.
Donate
Support The Movement
Our work is making an impact. Make a tax-deductible donation through Milwaukee Environmental Consortium to keep our initiatives going and create a fair future for everyone. Thank you for your support!
