Climate justice demands meaningful frontline solutions now.
While a growing number of colleges and university centers are committed to climate and environmental justice, and private philanthropy and the public sector are providing investments in unprecedented amounts, inclusive and equitable ways of supporting the movement often fall short of what is needed.
In response, the Tishman Environment & Design Center held the Centering Justice Symposium to meet this unique opportunity to catalyze needed transformation in support of environmental justice. The symposium brought together climate and environmental justice leaders and organizations, allied academic institutions, and relevant philanthropists to explore how higher education can better align with movements and advance just partnerships.
This was an invitation-only event, prioritizing participation from higher education institutions working with grassroots environmental and climate justice organizations and leaders.
Resource Kit and Materials for Equitable Partnerships
Academic-community partnerships require careful thoughtful processes that build trust and ensure that community leads. We have put together some resources that can guide these collaborations to be firmly rooted in justice. This curated list aims to serve as a compass for those navigating the intersection of academia and community work, offering a collection of insightful principles and tools. Whether you are an educator, researcher, community organizer, or student, these resources provide valuable insights and practical strategies to ensure that academic-community partnerships reflect and uphold environmental justice principles. These resources were collected in preparation for the Centering Justice Symposium held at the New School in January 2024. Please let us know if you have materials you would like to add to this guide.
Centering Justice Manifesto
Inaugural Centering Justice Symposium at the New SCHOOL
January 2024
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