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(Monday, 22 September 2008) Written by greeniac7003692
Today I read about an organization called WE ACT.  Its an acronym for  West Harlem Environmental Action and its goal is to stop environmental predijuice in tougher areas, like Harlem.   A lot of times poorer communities are not seen as a priority for environmental or health related issues because their voices are not as strong in the political field.  This is not only common on the national level, but is also reflected in the international one as well when "third world" countries do not have the resources to hold "first world" ones accountable for the abuse of global ecosystems.  WE ACT is one of those organization that really makes me appreciate people with such drive.  To be honest, most people think becoming more green is a pain in the butt because it takes a constant awareness of everyday habits.  Just things like taking 2 squares of toilet paper instead of 6.  And it is difficult to do to some degree, but what WE ACT is working on is not only keeping their members' habits in check but also making sure people who don't want to hear their complaints about environmental injustices do.  They are having an event called "Advancing Climate Justice" in January that invovles many New York City leaders. If only I lived on the East Coast... 

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1. 29-09-2008 10:31
Environmental and human rights activism in one! I love it! I have heard of another organization started in Oakland CA call Green for All: http://greenforall.org/ 
that does similar work. They now work at the national level....
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