Environmental Justice

Environmental justice is a movement and framework that seeks to address the inequitable distribution of environmental benefits and burdens across different communities, particularly marginalized and disadvantaged groups. It emphasizes the right of all individuals to a healthy environment and the need to ensure that everyone can participate in environmental decision-making processes.

Key Principles of Environmental Justice:

• Equitable Distribution of Resources: Advocating for fair access to natural resources, clean air, water, and green spaces, ensuring that no community is disproportionately burdened by environmental hazards.
• Participation and Empowerment: Encouraging the involvement of all communities, especially those historically marginalized, in environmental decision-making processes and policy development.
• Addressing Historical Injustices: Recognizing and rectifying the historical injustices faced by certain communities, particularly those affected by industrial pollution, land dispossession, and environmental degradation.
• Health and Well-being: Acknowledging the link between environmental conditions and public health, advocating for policies that reduce pollution and improve living conditions in affected communities.
• Sustainability: Promoting sustainable practices that protect the environment for future generations while ensuring that current communities have their needs met.