Training

Upcoming Free Workforce Development Training

WE ACT’s new Green Institute will be conducting several free trainings in June for OSHA/SST and Flagger/Scaffolding certification to prepare community members for work in the construction and green industry. All applicants are required to attend an online orientation session

Climate Ready Uptown Plan: Hamilton Heights Emergency Preparedness Workshop

Because the climate crisis disproportionately impacts communities of color, our Climate Justice Working Group partnered with East Harlem COAD and Harlem Emergency Network to develop a comprehensive community-driven emergency preparedness plan for Northern Manhattan that focuses on climate-related disasters. Our

Climate Ready Uptown Plan: East Harlem Emergency Preparedness Workshop

Summer 2023 Adult Environmental Health and Justice Leadership Training

We created our award-winning Environmental Health and Justice Leadership Training program (EHJLT) in 2002 to help develop leaders who can advocate on behalf of their community, tailoring programs for both youth and adult participants. The pandemic made EHJLT a challenge,

Air Quality Town Hall

Air pollution doesn’t just damage your lungs; it can also break your heart. Join our virtual Air Quality Town Hall on Valentine’s Day, February 14, at 6:00 PM to learn about air quality and monitoring in Northern Manhattan. Participants will

Environmental Health & Justice Leadership Training for Adults – Spring 2023

We are excited to announce a new set of Environmental Health & Justice Leadership Training classes for adults, starting February 8th. Participants in this four-course (see below) online training program will learn about environmental and climate justice issues and how

Free OSHA & Solar Worker Training – June 2022

Looking to get your OSHA certification and training on solar installation? Thanks to the generous support of West Harlem Development Corporation, we are offering free worker training this June, with priority given to residents of Manhattan Community Board 9. To

Spring EHJLT: Toxic Products

We are pleased to announce our award-winning Environmental Health & Justice Leadership Training Program for the Spring. Participants in this online training program will learn about environmental and climate justice issues and how to advocate for equitable solutions to address