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16 Black Environmentalists You Should Know About

Like many other sectors and movements, the environmental movement is making a push to become more inclusive and include and amplify voices from underrepresented communities. Black, Indigenous, LatinX, Asian and other POC environmentalists have always been strong advocates to protect the people. They have been driving forces behind research, education and structural changes helping us do better to protect the planet and enjoy what the planet has to offer. From land conservation, to agricultural innovation and working for environmental justice, Black environmentalists are helping to pave the way. Learn more about some of the amazing Environmentalists at the forefront of this movement.

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Organization: Blueland Blog
Date: 2021-01-31
Resource Type: Publication, Resources
Topic: DEI & Anti-Oppression, Environmental Justice
Source URL: https://www.blueland.com/articles/16-black-environmentalists-you-should-know-about

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