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Honoring the Environmental Justice Movement
Celebrating some of the invaluable gains the environmental justice movement has made recently – and recognizing the ongoing efforts of just a few of the groups within our networks.
Environmental & Social Justice Groups You Can Support this Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday, we're grateful to organizations solving environmental and social justice issues in marginalized communities. These causes are deeply connected to Upstream’s work and guiding principles. We hope you'll consider giving to a frontline group today and beyond.
Exploring the History of Environmental Justice to Support Anti-Racism
In honor of Black History Month, learn the past and present of today’s environmental justice (EJ) movement. Find out how environmental racism has played a role in the mistreatment of communities of color throughout United States history – and how reuse can help drive equal access to economic, social, and environmental opportunities.
Protecting democracy to protect the planet: taking action in the wake of January 6
At Upstream, we recognize that a lack of free, fair elections and democratic processes threatens our ability to move forward on every environmental issue of concern. One year ago, on January 6, we saw too many Americans who were willing to overthrow democracy to gain power and control. Racism is clearly linked to the anti-environment agenda, and it silences the voices of those who are most impacted by harm to our planet. Join us in standing up for voting rights.