Be Illuminated

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Is there a correlation between environmental injustice and financial injustice?

Research shows a clear connection between environmental injustice and financial injustice that gravely affects low-wealth communities.

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The Crucial Role of Lived Experience in Social Impact Communications Consultants

To drive true messaging impact, nonprofits must engage strategic communications consultants with expertise informed by lived experience.

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When I First Understood Environmental Racism

I was 11 years old when the stench of death and burning trash invaded my nostrils. That experience still drives my commitment to social justice in all its forms.

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How CDFIs Help Mitigate Climate Change by Facilitating Clean Energy Funding for Low-Wealth Communities

For low-wealth communities where poorly insulated homes or other energy inefficiencies predominate, getting clean energy funding can be life changing for residents.

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What is the impact of climate change on low- and moderate-income racialized communities?

Research into the impact of climate change on low- and moderate-income racialized communities shows its disproportionate effects on their health.