Breastfeeding mothers can unknowingly expose their newborns to PFAS, potentially affecting the infants’ immune systems, hormonal balance, and overall development.
The 2024 election presumably is about the economy, housing, reproductive rights, immigration & international conflict but environmental policies gets left out.
Two years in, the Inflation Reduction Act has driven historic investments in climate action, clean energy, and community resilience, transforming environmental justice.
Research and testing have shown that Teflon pans are unsafe and cause illnesses, including Teflon flu, which is also called polymer fume fever.
Hurricane Debby is expected to hit NC and cause extreme flooding. If you are in flood-risk areas, take precautionary measures to keep yourself safe.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 ruling on Chevron Deference is a new precedent with far-reaching implications for Black and Brown communities.
NC House Environment Committee voted to move forward with a bill requiring PFAS polluters to pay for their pollution clean-up.
Environmental and reproductive justice are grounded in a belief that all families deserve the right and access to healthy, safe, and supportive communities.
Black mothers are disproportionately impacted by lack of paid leave due to job types, financial situations, and high workforce participation rates.
NC Black Alliance hosted its second annual Environmental Justice and Healthcare Summit, which brought together statewide advocates to delve into the critical intersection of environmental justice and healthcare in Black communities.