Yale Center for Environmental Justice

It's not easy processing this week, but being in community with a few hundred environmental justice elders and youngers surely was a balm. Thanks to the Yale Center for Environmental Justice for creating this brave space for mourning and movement-building that we all needed, even if you had hoped for a more full-throated joyful occasion. I enjoyed the opportunity to share a bit about how the Yale Center on Climate Change and Health -- and the broader global climate and health movement -- can support grassroots environmental and climate justice initiatives through partnership in community-engaged research, education, and policy advocacy. As our advisory board member Peggy Shepard said, we were out-organized and must start organizing immediately, and institutions like Yale and philanthropy need to step up and help the most under-resourced. This was an emotionally draining day and week, but I feel spiritually energized to keep fighting for "resistance, resilience, and thriving."

🌍 The Yale University, Yale Center for Environmental Justice , themed ✨️✨️Environmental Joy✨️✨️ finished today, and I am still reflecting on the incredible impact this global gathering had on all who attended. From the moment I stepped onto Yale's campus, it was clear that this was more than just a conference. Attendees from every corner of the globe came together with a shared passion for environmental justice, creating a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere. 🌱 Throughout the sessions, we explored the intersections of joy and justice in environmental work, reminding us of the beauty and resilience that exists within our collective journey toward a sustainable and equitable world. The ideas shared, connections made, and insights gained have left me deeply inspired and motivated to continue this critical work. A heartfelt thank you to the organizers Abey Loving Gerald Torres , speakers Aja DeCoteau Wizipan Garriott, and each participant for making this experience both transformative and uplifting! The journey toward environmental justice is a shared one, and I’m excited to keep building on the incredible network and knowledge gained. Darnella Melancon Sinafekesh G. Andrews Dery Dr. Pamela Kaithuru Jazmin Quezada Jake Stanton Jazmin Quezada

Sponsor registration for the 6th annual Global Environmental Environmental Justice Conference is still open! Any individual or organization can contribute to fund scholarships for conference participants. Contributions from our sponsors play a vital role in bringing together the voices that make this conference possible! The registration link can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gWAfEs8x YCEJ is hosting “Environmental Joy: Roadmaps for Resistance, Resilience, and Thriving” on November 8th-9th, 2024. The conference agenda will consist of tracks, interactive sessions, plenaries, and exhibitions/showcases for its art and culture components, to spark synergies among existing efforts as well as innovation and scale for new environmental justice work. The audience for the conference includes environmental and climate justice communities, policymakers, academics, and thought leaders in faith and culture, though all are welcome to attend.

📢 Join Us for the Environmental Joy Conference at Yale University! 🌍 We’re thrilled to invite you to the Environmental Joy Conference on November 8th & 9th! This year's event comes at a pivotal moment, right after the U.S. elections, making it more important than ever to gather a diverse and passionate group of attendees to help shape the future of environmental justice, regardless of the election outcome. At the heart of environmental justice is joy—the force that unites communities in the face of adversity. Joy fuels resilience and empowers us to not just survive, but thrive, as we work toward transformative change. The conference will be a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multicultural exploration of how joy can inspire creative solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gWAfEs8x

📢 Exciting Opportunity: Grassroots Travel & Lodging Scholarships for the Environmental Joy Conference 🌍 We're thrilled to announce that scholarships are available for grassroots organizations to attend the Environmental Joy Conference at Yale University on November 8th & 9th! Scholarships are open until October 4th, so please spread the word and encourage eligible organizations to apply. This year’s conference comes at a pivotal time, right after the U.S. elections. We need a diverse and passionate group of attendees to help shape the future of environmental justice, regardless of the election outcome. At the heart of environmental justice is joy—the glue that binds communities together in the face of adversity. Joy fuels resilience and empowers communities to not just survive, but thrive, as they work toward transformative change. The conference will be a multidisciplinary, multicultural exploration of how joy can inspire creative solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges. Help us ensure that grassroots and Indigenous voices are well-represented! 🔗 Learn more and apply for scholarships here: https://lnkd.in/gmM3vqwU 🔗 Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/gWAfEs8x #EnvironmentalJustice #JoyInAction #Yale #EnvironmentalJoyConference #Grassroots #ElectionYear

Registration for the 6th Annual Yale Global Environmental Justice Conference on November 8th-9th, 2024 is now open! Register today at https://linktr.ee/YCEJ. This year's conference will take place shortly after the U.S. general election. We will explore how environmental joy can drive progress in light of and despite difficult political landscapes across the globe. Environmental Joy will be a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural exploration and celebration of these practices. The conference will make plain how practices and experiences of joy are core to the work of Indigenous and environmental justice communities everywhere. And how they hold the key to solving our most pressing environmental challenges.

The Clean and Equitable Energy Development (#CEED) certificate program is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of energy equity and provide a foundation in energy justice. Learn more about how this certification, and others, can help support a clean and equitable energy transition in Lisa Prevost's latest article for YaleNews https://lnkd.in/eG67f-xy Applications close TODAY, Sept 9th for the CEED spring cohort. Learn more and apply at cbey.yale.edu/ceed

3 days to go!! 🗓️ Applications close Monday, September 9th for the Spring 2025 cohort of Yale's Clean and Equitable Energy Development Certificate Program! Join us in accelerating a just and equitable clean energy transition. Whether it's with Justice40 communities in the US or frontline communities globally, CEED will equip you to make a tangible impact where it matters most. Get your applications in by 11:59 p.m. ET on Sept. 9th! cbey.yale.edu/ceed #cleanenergy #energyequity #ceed #climatechange #justtransition

The CEED program is designed to accelerate the benefits of #cleanenergy for those who need it most, such as Justice40 communities in the US or frontline communities worldwide. 👉 Applications are open! Don’t miss your chance to learn, grow, and drive change where it matters most. Apply by September 9th to join our spring cohort. cbey.yale.edu/ceed #JustTransition #EnergyEquity

"The people are the most incredible part." 🤝 Building relationships, networks, and connections are priorities for #CEED participants in order to rethink and better develop clean, affordable, and equitable energy systems. Applications for our spring 2025 cohort close on September 9th! If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow alongside others who share a passion for advancing a #JustTransition, now is the time to join our community. Learn more and apply at cbey.yale.edu/ceed #CleanEnergy #EnergyJustice #EnergyEquity