'When I think back on my own schooling, I don’t remember seeing myself or my experiences reflected in the curriculum. … I don’t recall ever seeing myself in the mainstream environmental movement, and this is a common experience.'
they created are still relevant 30 years later. The principles articulated the interconnections between race and environmental injustices and highlighted that certain groups are more vulnerable to the effects of environmental degradation and climate change due to systemic racism. Asian Pacific Environmental Network
were established to organize and build power among Asian immigrant and refugee communities in the fight for environmental justice. Chicago Asian Americans for Environmental Justice is working to “center the people impacted by environmental injustice and aim to provide an Asian American voice in the environmental movement.”Been to a few rallies, protests and marches in my life. Wouldn’t have missed out the chance to speak up for myself.
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