December Ivy Talk: Shaping Justice

December 4
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Ivy Creek Natural Area and Historic River View Farm

1780 Earlysville Rd. , Charlottesville , VA 22901, USA
Charlottesville, VA 22901

In this talk, Dr. Fields will delve into the first wave of Environmental Justice (EJ) policies in three mid-Atlantic states, exploring how grassroots activism shaped their development. She'll highlight key moments where activists succeeded, faced challenges, and influenced policy at critical stages.

Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how local movements drive environmental justice efforts and the opportunities and obstacles they encounter in public policymaking. Don't miss this exploration of activism's enduring impact on EJ initiatives!

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